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The bascinet is based on an original from around 1370. From approximately 1330, some bascinets were fitted with a hinged visor. Helmets of this type featured a visor with a pivot point at the centre of the helmet bowl. This style of helmet was especially popular in the Holy Roman Empire and remained in use there well into the 15th century. Hinged visors appeared throughout Europe. In northern Italy, they are depicted in a Crucifixion scene in the chapter house of Santa Maria Novella in Florence, around 1367. Their use in Italy appears to have disappeared around 1380.
The bascinet has a lower edge equipped with rivet holes for attaching an aventail, or camail. A padded arming collar was often worn beneath the camail to prevent irritation and provide extra protection against impacts.
The bascinet is supplied with an aventail crafted from butted round rings. For historical reenactment, it may optionally be replaced with a fully riveted aventail.
