Norman Helmet

Norman Helmet

This is a Norman helmet that is a favored piece among enthusiasts. It is also commonly worn by reenactors to represent soldiers from the medieval times. This is a piece made from mild steel and has a classic look it. Thus, making it a great addition to any collection; plus, it can also be worn with other medieval pieces for the appearance of a classic soldier.

Specs and Size of this Norman Helmet

Ear to Ear: 19cm
Front to Back: 23cm
Weight: 1.2 Kg
Standard Sheet Thickness – 18/20 Gauge (Available to Customize)

The Size, Weight, and Customizations

This Norman helmet is made of 1.2-millimeter thick mild steel. It has a measurement of 19 centimeters when checked from ear to ear. When measuring from front to back, this Norman helm measures 23 centimeters and has about 66 centimeters for its circumference. All in all, this Norman helmet’s weight is 1.2 kilograms.

If you are looking into customizing this Norman helmet, there are a couple of available customizations available. These include the option of choosing the sheet thickness and the helmet’s circumference. The former allows you to choose from 12, 14, 16, 18, and 20 gauge; the latter lets you select the circumference based on your needs.

The Norman Hemet’s Exterior

This is a piece that exhibits the classic Norman helm look. Although it has a simple design, this Norman helmet is an excellent representation of the classic piece that was used in Medieval Europe. This Norman helmet also features a slightly conical appearance. It helps deflect sudden blows to the head.

Another great feature of this Norman helmet is that it has excellent protection for the head. It helps keep the user safe from unnecessary blows during reenactments and other similar activities. It also comes with a nasal bar that works as a facial protector for the user.

The nasal bar runs down the center of the Norman helmet and works great for deflecting blows. It safeguards the user while also keeping them comfortable. This Norman helmet also features a slightly conical appearance.

Although excellent in protection, this Norman helmet is also a comfortable piece. It is made and shaped perfectly, allowing the piece to slip perfectly on the user’s head.

Reenactment and Collection Norman Helmets

This Norman helmet is perfect for any reenactment needs. It displays the exact design of the piece worn by Vikings of the past. This is an excellent piece especially for LARP participants since it can perfectly represent a Viking character in the activity.

It can also be used for display, making it perfect as a centerpiece for all your collection of medieval pieces.

The Viking and Norman Helms

In the past, the Norman and Viking helmets were the most favored pieces in Europe. This was especially true when it came to the helmet designs from the Early Middle Ages. These helmets were usually the Spangenhelm types – a name, Spangen, that generally refers to the metallic strips forming the helmet’s framework.

The characteristics of these pieces usually included eye protection that was similar to a mask. It also featured a conical shape for better protection. Additionally, a lot of these types of helmets made use of a chainmail or mail to guard the user’s neck.