viking spangenhelm with chainmail dark

viking spangenhelm with chainmail darkThe Viking helmet is based on historical originals of the spangenhelm, one of the most popular types of helmets in the Early Middle Ages. It is of the nasal helmet type. Helmets of this kind were used throughout Europe from the 9th century onwards and remained in use at least until shortly after 1066, around the time they are depicted on both Norman and Anglo Saxon warriors in the famous Bayeux Tapestry. Helmets of this type were used by the Vikings

ensuring every piece is distinctive

with a leather loop for attaching it to a belt

with a hard leather knee cap for extra security

the necklace can be adjusted to a length of between 45 and 50 cm

This offers a slightly wider field of view than with a closed visor

This short sword was well-suited to hoplite warfare

The Republican scutum was ovally shaped

suited to trade or warfare

Constructed from carbon steel

The luxurious sword frog is crafted from natural black leather

The swords are intended for Historical European Martial Arts (HEMA)

Whilst its design and meanings often changed throughout history