Ancient Armour Medieval German Maximillian Knight Closed European Steel Helmet

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Maximillian Helmet This piece of armour is a fully wearable museum quality reproduction of an authentic European Helm.This Maximilian Helm (Named after the Holy Roman Emperor Maximilian II) is a true blending of German and Italian styles of Armour and is characterised by its use of folds within the metal sheet and intricate fluting. This armour style had such an influence over European armour that almost all armours created during the mid to late 16th Century are know as Maximilian period armours.The deep fluting to the armour gave strength without the use of thicker steel, making this helmet more comfortable to wear than many of the earlier great helms.The many breath holes allow for maximum air flow. It is made of hand-forged 18 gauge mild steel. This metallurgical composition provides excellent resilience, durability and will polish to high sheen .This Helmet weighs around 6 pounds and measures 9 inches from ear to ear. All our helmets are fully wearable and come pre coated with grease or oil.cotton inner or padding is recommended for comfort. All our items come with 100% money back guarantee