• Bascinet with flip-up visor, 1.6 mm steel for stage combat
  • Basin hood with visor, 1.6 mm steel
  • Bascinet with flip-up visor, 1.6 mm steel for stage combat
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Bascinet with flip-up visor, 1.6 mm steel for stage combat

$134.98 USD
$134.98 USD
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Highlights

This authentic reconstruction of a late medieval bascinet is a robust and functional head guard for reenactment and staged combat.

  • Made from high-quality 1.6 mm (16 gauge) polished steel for optimal stability
  • Movable and fully removable flip-up visor with secure fixation via pins and chains
  • Excellent ventilation and visibility thanks to numerous air holes and a wide eye slit
  • High wearing comfort thanks to an integrated, adjustable leather inlay and a robust chin strap with a steel buckle
  • Generous fit for a head circumference up to approximately 64 cm with a total weight of about 2.7 kg
Manufacturer's specifications

Battle-Merchant Wacken GmbH & Co. KG, Gehrn 4, 25596, Wacken, info@battlemerchant.com
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Bascinet with flip-up visor, 1.6 mm steel for stage combat
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Questions about the product Bascinet with flip-up visor, 1.6 mm steel for stage combat

From which century does the bascinet with flip-up visor originally originate, and for what type of use is the 1.6 mm thick steel version designed?

The bascinet with a flip-up visor evolved in the early 14th century from the so-called brain-cap and remained in use until the 15th century. The version made of 1.6 mm thick steel is specifically designed for stage combat, as this material thickness offers sufficient stability and protection for the sporting contest.
What are the special features of the visor of the bascule hood with regard to its attachment and functionality?

The visor of this helmet is a movable flip-up visor, securely held in position by pins and chains. A special feature is the visor's complete removableness; the helmet also has an additional leather strap with a buckle to firmly fix the visor in the flipped-down position.
What functional advantage does the tapered shape of the helmet bowl offer, and what additional mail was historically often attached to the lower edge of the bascinet?

The pointed shape of the helmet bowl serves to better deflect blows from above. Historically, a mail collar (chainmail or ring-linked armor) was often attached to the lower edge of the bascinet to protect the neck and shoulder area.
What internal features are integrated into the helmet for improved comfort, and under what alternative names is this type of helmet historically known?

The bascinet is equipped with an adjustable leather inlay and a leather chin strap for improved comfort. Historically, this type of helmet is also known as a kettle helmet, bascinet, basinet, bacyn, or basnet; later versions with a visor are also called a houndskull or pigskull.