Viking Gjermundbu Helmet, Aventail
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- Available in 3 sizes
- Available in 2 thicknesses: 14 gauge (2 mm) and 12 gauge (2.5 mm)
- Includes Leather Lining and a Chin Strap
- Features Riveted Band Reinforcements
- Possesses an Attached Riveted Mail Aventail
- Comes with a leather protector that keeps the hair clear from the mail.
- Grimfrost's bindrune is placed on the helmet as a maker's mark.
- Helmet stand not included and is bought separately.
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Helmet based on the Gjermundbu Viking helmet - the only one known example of a complete Viking helmet in existence. It comes with a riveted mail aventail and a leather protector that keeps your hair from getting caught in the mail. Archaeological finds reveal that Viking helmets were crafted from iron in the shape of a rounded cap made from four plates, with metal strip reinforcements on the brim and crown. The use of protective mail attached to the skull of the helmet was also widespread.
This helmet is made with reenactment fighting in mind. The characteristic "spike" on top of the helmet removed since it can catch weapons during fighting. The spectacle guard offers good vision, as well as excellent protection of the cheeks, nose and mouth. With authentic design, this is perfect for both reenactors wanting a good, protective piece, and for those wanting a historical Viking helmet on display.
We advise the 12 gauge helmet with a padded hood for heavy fighting: Hufa, Padded Hood
SIZE GUIDE
If you are unsure of your exact size, go for a larger helmet. That is generally better than a small helmet. A large helmet can be fitted with additional padding to make it fit.
SIZE MEDIUM - Fits up to 61 cm circumference. Also measure your head side to side and front to back to ensure that the form fits your head.
- Side to side: 7.9" (20 cm)
- Front to back: 8.7" (22 cm)
- Depth of bowl: 6" (15.5 cm)
- Circumference with lining: 24" (61 cm)
- You can remove the lining for a more spacious fit.
SIZE LARGE - Fits up to 64 cm circumference. Also measure your head side to side and front to back to ensure that the form fits your head.
- Side to side: 8.2" (21 cm)
- Front to back: 9" (23 cm)
- Depth of bowl: 6" (15.5 cm)
- Circumference with lining: 25" (64 cm)
- You can remove the lining for a more spacious fit.
SIZE X-LARGE - Fits up to 66 cm circumference. Also measure your head side to side and front to back to ensure that the form fits your head.
- Side to side: 8.7" (22 cm)
- Front to back: 9.5" (24 cm)
- Depth of bowl: 6.7" (17 cm)
- Circumference with lining: 26" (66 cm)
- You can remove the lining for a more spacious fit.
This helmet is based on the Gjermundbu Viking helmet - the only one known example of a complete Viking helmet in existence. The name comes from the excavation site in Gjermundbu in Norway. The helmet dates to the 10th century and has a "spectacle" guard around the eyes and nose, in addition to protective mail attached to the skull of the helmet.