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By The Sword Catalog : Arms and Armour : Functional Armor Helms : 16th Century and Renaissance Helms

European Armour

Welcome to our pages of European Arms and Armour. Our armour has been designed to suit the needs of collectors, period re-enactors/living history groups as well as other re-enactment societies.

Each piece of armour is individually hand crafted by some of the best plattner's in Europe. They are able to study in depth original pieces from museums and private collections in Europe. Old-World craftsmanship ensures attention to detail. The bowls are dished with hammers not pressed by machines. The armour is true to the originals and is professionally made, using a minimum of modern processes.

The armour can be constructed to your preference of 14, 16 or 18-gauge steel. The armor can custom made to your measurements or choose standard off the rack armour. Each piece of armor is fully functional. This armour can be used for either Display or for SCA, Live Steel and Stage Fighting!

Shipping time is normally between 4 to 12 weeks. (Some items may take longer)

Whether you desire museum quality display pieces or battle ready jousting armour we feel confident you can find it here at By The Sword, Inc.

Lobster Tailed Helmet 17th Century GH0168

Our functional Lobster Tailed Helmet 17th Century is made from 18 gauge steel and is available with a standard 23 ½" head circumference.

Pappenheim Helmet 17th Century GH0167

Quality German Pappenheim Helmet 17th Century is functional, made from 18 gauge steel and is available with a standard 23 ½" head circumference.

Jousting Close Helmet GH0150

The Jousting Close Helmet has a full visor and bevor completely covering the head. Historically accurate and functional.

Close Helmet GH0128

The Close Helmet has a full visor and bevor completely covering the head.

Burgonet Helmet MD-307

This functional 16th century light Burgonet Helmet is characterized by it's high combed skull, brow peak and hinged ear pieces.

Black and White Burgonet MD-308

Comb Morion Helm MD-316

A development of the medieval kettle hat and also used by the infantry this functional Comb Morion Helm has a large central comb and wide brim.

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