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Medieval Reenactment


medieval helm

SIMPLE OPEN FACED/ARCHER'S MEDIEVAL HELM 

 

The basic of head protection fashioned from 16 Gauge steel. Easily adapted or added to for improved look or personalization.


ITEM #AA303400
Price:   $99.00  

 


medieval helm

MEDIEVAL CASTLE GUARD HELM 

 

Burgeonet castle guard style medieval helm. A genuine classic priced with the same in mind, without the extra laborous funds.


ITEM #AA306700
Price:   $99.00
  

 


medieval helm

CABASSET MEDIEVAL HELM

 

16th Century Spanish Infantry helm. From the French term meaning "pear", referring to the top of the helm which is narrowed to provide for the glancing of overhead blows fro a sword or other weapons.

Constructed from solid 18 gauge steel with brass fittings.

ITEM #AA302100


Price:   $115.00  

 

 

 

 


Barbuta

MEDIEVAL BARBUTA HELM W/ BRASS TRIM 

 

Medieval Barbuta helm crafted from 16 gauge steel. Center crown ridge to deflect overhead blows and the round crown helm is accented with brass trim.
Price:   $130.00 

Item #AA300200

 

 

 


barbuta

MEDIEVAL BARBUTA HELM  

 

Another of the medieval Barbuta line of helms, this of completely steel construction without brass accent and of 18 gauge polished steel.

Price:   $122.00 

Item # AA300300

 


 

bascinet

MEDIEVAL BASCINET (PIGFACE) HELM 

 

Medieval Bascinet, (also known as Pigface of Dogface Bascinet) circa 1300. This type of helm emphasized a lengthened "snout" which provided a glancing surface from the weapon blow to give better deflection from attacks.

Crafted from 16 gauge polished steel.


Price:   $141.00

Item # AA301200 

  


viking helm

VIKING HRINGREIFOR HELM W AVENTAIL   

 

 

This Norse style viking helm is historically fairly accurate in that the "spectacle" face plate was common amongst the finds of viking ruins.It is crafted from solid 16 gauge steel and includes a steel chainmail aventail. 

Price:   $141.00

Item # AA330500

 

 

 

 


vikso helm

HORNED VIKSO HELM   

 

Sometimes referred to as "Vikso" design , this non-typical viking helm sports the uncommon horns and is crafted from solid 16 gauge steel. "Vikso" or "Vekso" is a village near Copenhagen, Denmark and is where a horned helm of probably Celtic origin was found and was dated from about 800-400 B.C.E.   

Price:   $142.00 

Item #AA331200 

 

 


archers helm

ENGLISH BOWMAN'S HELM 

 

This archer's helm is crafted after a medieval English style and is crafted from solid 18 gauge polished steel with brass accents.  

Price:   $183.00 

Item # AA302000

 

 

 

 


corinthian helm

GREEK CORINTHIAN HELM STEEL     

 

 

Our Greek Corinthian helm is crafted from solid 18 gauge polished steel and is modeled on early Greek design.  

Price:   $155.00 

Item # AA304400 

 


pembridge helm

MEDIEVAL PEMBRIDGE HELM   

 

A reproduction of Sir Richard Pembridge's helm, circa 1375. As a later version of was the great helm it sported a rounded crown to help deflect blows. Crafted from solid 16 gauge polished steel.

Price:   $135.00

Item #AA307800

 

 

 

  


comb morion

MEDIEVAL COMB MORION HELM (ITALIAN)   

 

The Italian comb morion medieval helm circa 1560. This medieval helm often featured rosettes along the cap edges and this Italian version is often confused with the common Spanish helm. Produced in polished solid 18 gauge steel.  


Price:   $110.00  

Item # AA307100 

 

maximillian helm

GERMAN MAXIMILLIAN HELM   

 

German Maximillian medieval helm reproduction.

Full sized and crafted form 18 gauge polished steel.

Item #AA302200 


Price:   $158.00
 

 

   


gladiators helm

ROMAN MAXIMUS GLADIATORS ARENA HELM 18G   

 

This Roman style "Maximus"  gladiator's arena helm is crafted from 18 gauge solid polished steel.

Steel cap and features brass spike decorations throughout.

Price:   $183.00 

Item # AA312500

 

 

   


viking spectacle

VIKING SPECTACLE HELM   

 

This viking style spectacle or "vendel" helm is the true historically correct design from early 1st Century and up to 10th Century.

Crafted from 18 solid gauge polished steel.


Price:   $135.00

Item #AA330700

 

roman helm

ROMAN LEGION HELM 16G   

 

Roman style "legion" helm. Hand forged from 16 gauge steel and sports a fluted brow line and embossed crown crest.

Item # AA310700   
Price:   $154.00
 

 
medieval helm

 FERDINAND KNIGHTS MEDIEVAL HELM W BRASS TRIM  

 

This medieval knight's style helm with brass trim is modeled on English designs and is fashioned from solid 18 gauge polished steel.

 Item # AA306800

Price:   $141.00 

 

 

 


roman helm

THRACIAN GLADIATOR HELM 

 

This Roman Thracian gladiator style helm is modeled on early gladiator designs and is crafted from solid 16 gauge polished steel.

Item #AA311700

 
Price:   $185.00 

 


roman helm

ROMAN HELM LOBSTER TAIL 16G   

 

The Roman Legion "lobster tail" helm referred to the shape of the rear neck protection which resembled a lobster's tail. Crafted from heavy 16 gauge polished steel with 16 gauge brass accents, with embossed design on crown and shielding visor along brow line. Includes leather liner and leather chin strap.

 Item # AA310600
Price:   $171.00

 

 

viking helm

VIKING SPECTACLE HELM W/NECK - EAR GUARDS   

 

Viking style helm with authentic "spectacle" facegaurd and ear gaurds. Modeled on early Celtic designs, made from 18 gauge polished steel.  

 Item #AA331210
Price:   $171.00
 

 

 

 


roman helm

 ROMAN TROOPER ALL BRASS 

 
 

Roman trooper's helm. All brass Roman trooper's helm modeled on early Gaul design, crafted from solid 18 gauge brass.

 

Item #AA311400

Price:   $244.00

 

   


GREEK THRACIAN GLADIATOR HELM   

 

Greek Thracian gladiator helm modeled on ancient Greek designs. Crafted from solid 16 gauge polished steel, with cast brass visor and brass trim.

 Item # AA312000
Price:   $249.00  

 


ROMAN LEGION HELM BRASS TRIM 16G  BLACK CREST   

 

This Roman legion reproduction helm is crafted from hand forged 16 gauge mild steel. Includes 18 gauge solid brass accents, embossed crown and brow shield and black crest.

Item #AA312100 
Price:   $135.00   



viking helm

VIKING VENDEL HELM WITH AVENTAIL   

 

Viking "Vendel" helm with chainmail aventail. "Spectacle" style facegaurd is a trademark viking design and is modeled on early 1st Century designs. Crafted from solid 16  gauge polished steel.

 Item # AA330500
Price:   $141.00

 

 


roman helm

ROMAN LEGION HELM WITH CREST   

 

This Roman Legion helm is the classic Gallic style circa 50 AD. This helm would have been found among the legions of Rome and worn in Pompeii. Crafted from solid 16 gauge polished steel, decorated with a bright blonde or red horsehair crest and finished with brass trim. Includes Leather liner and chin strap.

Item # AA310100

Price:   $171.00  

 

 

 

 

 BLACK GREEK CORINTHIAN HELM/18 GAUGE STEEL

 
 Corinthian style helm constructed from 18 gauge black steel includes tan suede mounted blonde crest and brass accents. Brass snakes on opposing sides of helm and head of medusa on center of brow.

Item # AA304720

Price $268.00

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corinthian helm

spartan helm

GREEK CORINTHIAN HELM CREST-PONYTAIL  (RED)

               

The Greek Corinthian helm or "Spartan helm", modeled on Hellenistic design and often associated with Spartan warriors. Crafted from solid 18 gauge polished brass, crested with horsehair trailing off into a ponytail.

Item # AA304020

 
Price:   $324.00 

 

corinthian helm

GREEK CORINTHIAN HELM BRASS  

 

Greek Corinthian all brass helm modeled on early Greek design and crafted from solid 18 gauge polished brass with horsehair crest.

Item #AA304200 


Price:   $352.00    


spartan helm

GREEK CORINTHIAN HELM CREST-PONYTAIL   

               

The Greek Corinthian helm, modeled on Hellenistic design and often associated with Spartan warriors. Crafted from solid 18 gauge polished steel, crested with horsehair trailing off into a ponytail.

Item #AA304600

 
Price:   $265.00    

 

               
 

SCA Specific helms

New 14 gauge helms in limited supply! Order today!

 

Bellows Faced Sallet- 14 Gauge Steel

The Bellows Faced Sallet crafted from 14 gauge solid steel . Great SCA addition with full compliance!

Item #AA0343

Price $189.00

 

 

Crusader Flat top Helm- 14 Gauge

The Crusader Flat Top Helm crafted from heavy solid 14 Gauge steel. A great addition to your SCA Crusader persona! Includes a heavy cotton liner.

Item # AA0359

Price $259.00

Item Name: Crusader Flat Top Helm 14 Gauge Steel
 

 

Klappvisor Bascinet- 14 Gauge

Finally back in stock for a limited time- the Klappvisor Bascinet crafted from heavy solid 14 Gauge steel!

This is a fully SCA compliant helm and includes a heavy cotton liner.

Item # AA0428

Price $259.00

"Pigface" Bascinet- 14 Gauge

The "Pigface" Bascinet- now in solid 14 gauge steel! Perfect for SCA combat and includes a heavy cotton liner!

Item # AA0424

Price $259.00

Medieval Competitor's SCA Helm

SCA helm

SCA compliant medieval competitor's SCA helm is modeled on early French design. Steel "cage" face gaurd as well as whole helm crafted from solid 14 gauge polished steel.

Item #AA303300

  Price:   $225.00    

 

Viking Ocular SCA Helm

SCA Viking Helm 16 gauge steel viking style SCA helm of design based on the actual helms worn by the vikings. The "spectacle" faceplate is a trademark of the viking ocular helm, Crafted from solid 16 gauge polished steel.

Item #AA305200

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Price:   $169.00

 

 

 

 

Blackened Viking Ocular SCA Helm

Crafted from16 gauge steel this Viking style SCA helm of design is based on the actual helms worn by the vikings. The "spectacle" faceplate is a trademark of the Viking ocular helm, Crafted from solid 16 gauge blackened steel. 

Item #AA305250

Price $179.00 

 

 

Roman Gladiator SCA Helm    

Specially designed for the Roman style or Gladiator style of SCA combatant, this helm is constructed from 16 gauge polished steel and includes a welded facegaurd.

Item #AA310400

Price $164.00
Price: $184
 This item is currently on backorder

 

 

AH2108 -- Combat Helmet (Hinged Face)plate)

 

 

 

 This heavy combat helm is crafted in 14 gauge steel with welded bar attachments and a hinged faceplate. Finish is satin black and the interior is unfinished for customization to individual preferences. Helm total weight is 8 Lbs 3 oz.

Price $170.00

Item Name: SCA Combat Helm Hinged Faceplate
Item Number: AH2108
Price: $170.00

 

 


AH2109 -- Combat Helmet (One Piece)

 

 

 

This heavy combat helm is crafted in 14 gauge steel with fixed facial bars and welded bar attachments. Finish is satin black and the interior is unfinished for customization to individual preferences.
Helm total weight is 7 Lbs 10 oz.

Price $170.00

Item Name: Combat Helm One Piece
Item Number: AH2109
Price: $170.00

 

 

Display/Historic

AH2153N -- Coppergate Helmet

 

 

 

KEY FEATURES:
  • Beautifully Ornate
  • Museum Quality
  • Discussion Piece
MEASUREMENTS:
Weight:  5lbs 11oz
Thickness:  18 gauge

 

 

 

The Coppergate Helmet (AH2153N) was recovered during excavations in the ancient walled city of York in 1982. Dating from the 8th century, the Anglo-Saxon helmet is of great archaeological importance. The inscripiton on the crest is an invocation for protection from the helmet's owner Oshere to the Holy Trinity. This reconstruction clearly illustrates the skill of the 8th century craftsmen.

Price $729.00

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


AH2191N -- Spangenhelm

 

 

 

KEY FEATURES:
  • Beautifully Ornate
  • Authentic Design
  • Great Conversation Piece
MEASUREMENTS:
Weight:  3lbs 3oz
Thickness:  18 gauge

 

 

 

The Spangenhelm (AH2191N)is based on an 11th century piece. This style of conical helemt construction, whereby overlapping metal straps or "spangen" were riveted to dished metal plates to form a skull cap, is known to date back to the 6th century and was used as late as the 15th century. Our Spangenhelm, with its solid "nasal" and reinforced "eyebrows" is of an 11th-13th century style. Many can be seen on the famous Bayeaux Tapestry, which records scenes from the 1066 CE Battle of Hastings. As with the originals, our Spangenhelm is provided with a leather chin strap.

Price 209.00

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


AH2190N -- Gjermundbu Helmet

 

 

KEY FEATURES:
  • Beautifully Ornate
  • Conversation Piece
  • Highly Detailed
MEASUREMENTS:
Weight:  3lbs 8oz
Thickness:  18 gauge

 

 

 

The Gjermundbu Helm (AH2190N), is based on a classic Viking helm found in a Norwegian burial mound. Found in nine fragments, the helm has been re-constructed and is now housed in the Museum of National Antiquites in Oslo. It dates from around 970 CE and is considered to be the finest helm found of that era. The "spectacles" (offically "occularia"), provided excellent facial and nasal protection, while chain mail provided flexible protection to the back and sides of the neck. As with the original, our Gjermundbu helm is provided with a leather chin strap.

Price $259.00

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

AH2155 -- Sutton Hoo Helmet

 

 

 

 

KEY FEATURES:
  • Highly detailed
  • Great collector piece
  • Stand included
MEASUREMENTS:
Product width:   8
Weight:  7lb 5oz
Thickness:  18gauge

 

 

 

Discovered in 1938 at the Sutton Hoo excavation site in England, the Sutton Hoo Helmet (AH2155) was recovered from the site of an Anglo-Saxon ship burial. Dating from the early 7th century, the helmet is believed to have belonged to King Raedwald, who died in 624 C.E. and is a great archiological importance. This reconstruction illustrates admirably the skill and decorative talent of the armours of the period.

Price $629.00

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


AH2192N --