Onion-shaped bascinet with hinged visor, 2 mm (battle-ready)

Product description

The bascinet emerged in the early 14th century from the simple steel cap known as a cervelliere or secret, and remained one of the most widely worn helmets in Central Europe well into the 15th century. From around 1330 onwards, the bascinet increasingly featured a visor to protect the unshielded face; later, in the early 15th century, the mail camail of the so-called "great bascinet" was replaced by a plate steel gorget.

This specimen is an onion-shaped bascinet with a hinged visor that pivots at a single point in the centre of the forehead—a type that was especially popular in 14th-century Germany and northern Italy. The helmet is crafted from 2 mm steel, the visor features two eye slits approximately 7 cm wide and additional ventilation holes. Along the rim are steel vervelles for attaching a mail camail (not included). Inside, the helmet is blackened and fitted with a thick linen inlay, complete with an adjustable leather chin strap and antiqued brass buckle.

This battle-ready helmet is suitable for show combat and training / sparring in re-enactment contexts—not for LARP. The robust construction and historical design make it a solid choice for anyone looking to complete a medieval knight's outfit with a helmet that looks authentic and is suitable for show combat and training / sparring.