early medieval spangenhelm great migration Helmen 19de en 20ste eeuw now part of the collection

now part of the collection of the National Museum of Ireland

Bohurt and LARP

this sallet provides protection for both the head and the neck

The grip is ergonomically shaped and the sword lies comfortably in the hand

but it also has a saw blade

early medieval spangenhelm great migration Helmen 19de en 20ste eeuw now part of the collectionHelmets like this were worn at the time of the Great Migrations. Originally, these helmets consisted of several pieces that were nailed together with spangen. This helmet is made in one piece, which makes it much stronger. The helmet is provided with an aventail, round rings and a helmet plume of horsehair.