viking spangenhelm bragi

viking spangenhelm bragiThe spangenhelm is of the nasal helmet type. Helmets of this kind were employed 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. Such helmets were worn by the Vikings as well as by other Germanic peoples. From this type of spangenhelm the well known nasal helmet eventually evolved. Unlike later

is durable

The sleeves are constructed from two parts

worn by both Norman and Anglo-Saxon warriors

Sufficient mobility is afforded for the arms

ensuring that every piece remains distinctive

It is painted in a lifelike manner and appears to be crafted from steel

Knives were the most important practical objects beside axes

presumably at the time of Caesar's Gaul wars (58–50 BC)

The sallet features a movable visor and a neck guard

and equally well-suited to a pirate cosplay costume from series and films such as Black Sails and Pirates of the Caribbean

The strap is 180-190 cm long and approx

who placed great importance on grace and sophistication