The great bascinet developed from the bascinet, a shorter, egg-shaped helmet, with the earlier mail protection for the throat and neck replaced with plates; the throat now being protected by an additional plate, while the back of the helmet's skull was extended to cover the neck. The face would have been protected by a detachable, rounded visor pierced with numerous holes for sight and ventilation.
This Globular Bascinet features:
- A perforated block over the eye slot
- A rounded face plate
- Numerous breather holes
- Visor can open and can be removed using the slide pins.
- Spring loaded locking clip to hold the visor down.
- Includes vervelles and leather strap for aventail.
- Padded webbing is adjustable and has been authentically stitched to the helmet.
- Chin strap.
This is a very well designed and constructed piece. Unlike many other 'off the shelf' helmets available this one was actually designed to be combat ready and is not just a thicker version of inferior collector helmets.
Measurements:
Internal Circumference: 610mm (24")
Height: 270mm (11")
Weight: 3.375kg
Gauge: 1.8mm (14ga)
Combat Rating: 10 out of 10
"This has to be one of my favourite helmets in our heavy combat range." - Aaron Southwell (MFC Owner)
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