Product description
In the 15th century, the combat helmet known as the sallet superseded the bascinet and, by the mid-century, had become one of the most worn helmets throughout Europe. This helmet type could be found in many different shapes and variations - from plain to elaborately crafted, open-faced or visored, with a more or less pronounced tailpiece, etc. - and was especially popular in Italy (celata), Germany (Schaller), France (salade) and England. At the dawn of the Renaissance, this medieval helmet eventually evolved into the 16th c. burgonet. This authentic, fully battle-ready reconstruction of a German sallet crafted around 1480 A.D. is made of 2 mm steel and features a projecting neck guard and a slight ridge or crest running along its apex. The rolled edge is adorned with grooves, and the rectangular, approx. 1 to 1.5 cm wide, 14 cm long eye-slit with an extended lower lip ensures sufficient vision, while also allowing for proper ventilation. The interior is blackened for better corrosion resistance, and fitted with an adjustable, padded, black cloth liner attached with rivets. The sturdy chin strap made of brown, 2 mm thick leather closes with an antiqued brass buckle.
Details:
Material: steel
Steel thickness: 2 mm (for re-enactment and HEMA)
Max. circumference Head: 66 cm (M), 69 cm (L)
Inner distance back- to forehead approx.: 23 cm (M), 24 cm (L)
Inner distance ear to ear approx.: 19 cm (M), 20 cm (L)
Weight approx.: 2,4 kg (M), 2,6 kg (L)
Height: approx. 24 cm
Finish: polished and oiled
Based on a historical original
Shipment weight (g): 3000 *
This item is produced in limited quantities only. This means that every piece is unique. Sizes & finish may vary lightly from piece to piece.
Maintenance & care
Prevent rust and corrosion by oiling your armour regularly. Remove rust easily with black sandpaper.
Choosing the size that fits you best
Add 3,5 cm to your head circumference if you wear an arming cap under your helmet.
Add 2,5 cm to your head circumference if you wear a chainmail coif under your helmet.
Add 6 cm to your head circumference if you wear both an arming cap and a chainmail coif under your helmet.
Attaching armour & chainmail
To attach your armour or chainmail securely, you can attach leather laces to your gambeson and fasten these to your armour / chainmail. The armour thus remains in position during a fight.
Tip: How to adjust the finish of your armour and weaponry
Luxurious (polished)- polish the steel with metal polish or toothpaste. You can even give the item a mirror-like polish. Test on a small surface first!
Handmade (matte)- soak the steel in cola for 40 minutes to 20 hours. Check regularly and treat with black sandpaper.
Antique (patinated) leave the steel to rust for some time in a damp environment, preferably outside. Remove the red layer of rust, to reveal the corroded top layer.
Please note. After finishing the product yourself, the warranty and return right expire. Celtic WebMerchant is not responsible for the obtained result."
When packaging this item, we exclusively use 100% recycled plastic and recycled paper/cardboard from FSC certified forests. We reuse a large part of the material directly without the intervention of a recycling process.
Recycle the material by separating your waste:
1. Cardboard: separate or reuse your paper.
2. Plastic cushions, clothing bags and plastic tape: separate or reuse your plastic. If possible, pierce the cushions with a volume reduction needle.
3. Paper packaging for jewelry and small items: these have a plastic inner layer. Remove these, then separate your paper and plastic.
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