“Guiron the Courteous” 14th Century Knightly Visored Bascinet 16 gauge

Handmade from 16 gauge MILD STEEL, this helmet has an inner circumference of approximately 68 cm (without liner), and 65 cm with liner which gives it one size to fit most. It comes with an adjustable genuine LEATHER LINER. The genuine leather strap and solid brass buckle keep it in place battle after battle. The total height is about 29 cm, the inner width at ear level is about 20 cm, the inner depth from front to back at eye level measures about 27.9 cm, and the face measures about (15.4×14) cm. The eye slits measure about (8.5×1.5) cm. Weighs about 3 Kg and 650 grams.

Note: This product is carefully coated with a layer of oil when packaged that acts as a temporary (protective) layer against corrosion (rust), which can easily be wiped off using any oil remover or even a dry cloth. All measurements are in approximation.

Imagine a fully armored knight charging towards his opponent with an old-style great helm, ready to strike with full force. Now, picture that same knight with a visored bascinet – an even better and more versatile helmet! Our reproduction is directly inspired by a manuscript from France: BNF Nouvelle acquisition française 5243 45r, 74v, 48r, DATE: 1370-80. It was worn by fully armored knights and featured a hinged visor for offering extra versatility to the knight that could now refresh himself and drink by simply opening the visor which was impossible with the old fashioned great helm. Our reproduction is ideal for reenactments and 14th-century fully armoured knight costumes.