14e eeuwse bascinet, 1.6 mm Ketelhoeden en cabassets or a hardworking stablehand dreaming

or a hardworking stablehand dreaming of adventure

This mace is based on 15th century originals

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14e eeuwse bascinet, 1.6 mm Ketelhoeden en cabassets or a hardworking stablehand dreamingThe first recorded mention of a bascinet dates back to 1281 in the Italian city of Padua, where it is described as being worn by infantry. It is believed that the bascinet developed from a simple iron skull cap, which was worn together with a chainmail coif, either as the only form of head protection or underneath a larger helmet. This bascinet is based on an early type that was used throughout Europe in the mid 14th century. The helmet has no visor,