french great helmet

french great helmetIn the early 14th century, great helms became more conical in shape. This design helped deflect blows and thrusts from lances away from the head, so the impact would not strike directly. This type of helmet is also called a sugar loaf because of its shape. In Spanish, it is known as the helmet of Zaragoza, as it was first introduced there on the Iberian Peninsula. Helmets like this remained in use throughout Europe until the end of the 14th century.

the fingers are protected by long plates that cover all the fingers except the thumb

The blade resembles that of Type E but is more symmetrical

under his leadership

or stained should you wish to place it outside

The war flail consisted of a wooden handle connected by a chain

The cuisses are ribbed after the German fashion trend

The bag measures 18 x 14 x 6 cm

It may be worn with bare shoulders

The visor of this sallet is crafted in the art of the late Gothic period

It is unknown how and when the Vikings adopted this tradition

The historical weaving method

reflecting the tradition of war bands in which individual heroic deeds were glorified and heroes were even deified