Grote bascinet, 2 mm (battle-ready) Viking kleding providing a secure grip and

providing a secure grip and a high degree of realism

This type of halberd emerged in the first half of the 16th century

or as part of a medieval costume

They served as an expression of power and prestige

het voordeel dat er geen haringen nodig zijn

Grote bascinet, 2 mm (battle-ready) Viking kleding providing a secure grip andThis helmet is based on a late 14th early 15th century original made in Northern Italy . It is an early variant of the great bascinet. The great bascinet offered more protection to the entire head, the neck and partly the shoulders. It was often combined with the haubergeon, coat of plates and later the first types of cuirasses. In the first half of the 15th century this type of helmet evolved into the armet but the great bascinet remained popular