Close Helms

Our Great Bascinet is handcrafted in Italy by time-served craftsmen. It is constructed from 20 gauge steel with a brushed finish and features a pivoting visor and buckled leather straps. This helmet is designed for display or theatrical use and is not suitable for contact re-enactment.

Internal Circumference: 75cm
Length: 31cm
Width: 35cm
Height: 36cm

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

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Our Sir Ulrich Helmet is inspired by the helmet worn by Heath Ledger as Sir Ulrich von Lichtenstein in the hit movie “A Knight’s Tale”. It shares many of the same design features as the original prop helmet and as such is instantly recognisable to any fans of the movie (of which there are many!).

It is hand-crafted from 18 gauge steel and features a tilting visor and padded leather liner. Combine with a helmet stand for an amazing showpiece or wear it for cosplay, it’s perfect for both!

Height: 33cm
Circumference: 66cm
Weight: 2kg
Material: Steel
Depth: 35cm

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

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The Spanish Horse Helmet of the 16th century by Marto is a replica reproduction of helmets used by mounted knights during the reign of Charles V and Philip II, today part of the collection of the Royal Armory in Madrid.

The Spanish Horse Helmet is made of steel and characterized by a large beak-shaped visor that covers the face entirely leaving only the two eye-slits open. With a gorget depicting golden floral motifs and a visor enriched by etchings, this helmet is as much an artistic piece as it is representative of the helmets used during the 16th century.

Comes with two coloured ostrich plumes in blue and yellow and a display stand made in steel.

Height: 35cm
Weight: 1572g
Material: Iron Steel Plate

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

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The Spanish Horse Helmet by Marto is a replica reproduction of helmets used by mounted knights in the 16th century, during the reign of Charles V and Philip II, what is today a part of the collection of the Royal Armory in Madrid.

The Spanish Horse Helmet is made of steel and characterised by a large beak-shaped visor that covers the face entirely leaving only the two eye-slits open. Without elaborate engraving, it’s simple decoration of golden motifs shows this helmet is more indicative of the actual design that a rank-and-file soldier might have donned for parade or dress.

Comes with two coloured ostrich plumes in white and red and a display stand made in steel.

Height: 35cm
Weight: 1572g 
Material: Iron Steel Plate

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

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Typical armets are made up of four pieces: a skull with a reinforced forehead, two cheek plates attached with hinges to the skull and a pointed visor. Cheek plates were closed by a pin and this was secured with a hook or metallic wire.

As it was made almost in the exact shape of the neck and chin, it was necessary to develop a side opening system to allow the easy removal of this helmet.

Inner Circumference: 64cm

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

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Our skull of our Great Bascinet is constructed from 12 gauge steel making is incredibly durable. The rest of the helmet is constructed from 14 gauge steel.

It features a well-padded adjustable liner and buckled leather chin strap. The visor can be easily removed if required by removing the fixing pins. Perfect for re-enactment.

Inner Circumference: 64cm

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

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European Closed Helmet with authentic design and robust protection. Ideal for re-enactors and collectors, combining historical accuracy with sturdy craftsmanship.

Height: 31cm
Width: 29cm
Depth: 33cm
Inner Circumference: 53cm

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

Our Close Helm is constructed from 18 gauge steel and features a tilting visor which can be raised for better vision and ventilation. It comes complete with a seperate padded lining cap that can be glued in if required.

Please note: The visor on these helmets does not stay open and has to be held up by hand. It will only open enough to reveal the face and is primarily constructed as a display piece. Not suitable for contact re-enactment but perfect for display or theatrical use.

Height: 38cm
Width: 28cm
Depth: 42cm
Circumference: 62cm
Weight: 3566g

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

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Our Close Helm is constructed from 18 gauge steel and features a separate visor and bevor, both of which are hinged and can be raised and lowered. It has an adjustable leather spider liner and buckled leather chin strap.

Not recommended for contact re-enactment but perfect for display or theatrical use.

Height: 34cm
Internal Diameter Front to Back: 23cm
Internal Diameter Side to Side: 20cm
Internal Circumference: 64.5cm
Length (at neck when closed): 29cm

All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.

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