Klappvisor Bascinet with Pointed Bowl, Medieval Helmet

Middle Ages  
$286.80
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Bascinet appeared at the beginning of the 14th century. It evolved from the cervelliere and remained a popular type of helmet throughout central Europe well into the 15th century.

This rather unusual-looking helmet is a reconstruction of the late medieval bascinet with a folding visor, also known as a klappvisier bascinet. It is made of steel approximately 2 mm thick and is fitted with a hinged, fully removable face cover which is securely fastened with pins and chains. The visor has two eyeholes measuring approximately 6.5 cm long and 1 cm wide with a serrated bottom edge, as well as numerous circular openings on the right side for sufficient ventilation. The impressive, rugged appearance of the visor is further emphasized by the distinctively pointed calotte with flat tip. The back of the calotte is additionally fitted with a series of protruding, pierced steel rivets, edged with brown leather. These so-called vervels allow the attachment of a ring neck guard (aventail or camail), which is not included.

The inside of the helmet with visor is blackened for better protection against corrosion and features an adjustable, thick linen lining that is sewn tightly to the edge of the calotte with durable stitches.

This fully wearable knight's helmet is suitable for historical re-enactment, LARP, theatre or TV/film. It is best suited to a late medieval setting and is the perfect complement to the armor of the European warrior.

  • Material: steel 2 mm (14 gauge), visor approx. 1.4 mm, leather trim, linen lining

  • Suitable for head circumference up to approx. 61 cm

  • Longitudinal dimension (back to front): approx. 20 cm

  • Transverse dimension (ear to ear): approx. 19 cm

  • Height: approx. 44 cm (front with closed visor) / 36 cm (rear)

  • Weight: approx. 3.5 kg

Dimensions may vary slightly from piece to piece.

The steel used is not stainless and may show slight surface discolouration in places. We recommend regular maintenance of the helmet, for example with Ballistol all-purpose oil, which is ideal for the care of steel.