Product description
Numerous artefacts, weapons and armour parts from the so-called Vendel period (ca. 550 - 800 AD), which preceded the Viking Age, have survived the test of time. This helmet is inspired by various finds from the Vendel era and is also suitable for Viking Age portrayals.
This Vendel helmet / Viking helmet is hand-forged from high carbon steel and features the typical characteristics of the crested helmets of this time period: a spectacle guard (a protective face plate resembling eyeglasses / spectacles) and metal strips or bands – in German so-called Spangen – running from front to back and from ear to ear. The domed helmet bowl, the bands and the face protection are all connected by steel rivets. The blackened interior is fitted with a leather suspension liner, also attached to the bowl with rivets, and the leather chin strap closes with a brass buckle.
Details:
Material: 1.2 mm steel, leather inlay, leather chin strap with brass buckle
Suitable for head circumference up to approx. 64 cm
Long distance (back to front): approx. 22 cm
Short distance (ear to ear): approx. 19 cm
Height: approx. 19 cm (approx. 25 cm with spectacle/ nose guard)
Weight: approx. 2.2 kg
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.
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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