Medieval Helmets for Armored Combat

Medieval helmets for full-contact historical fighting are built for repeated impacts, clinch work, and hard falls. The focus is on protection and predictable load paths — from the skull to the visor hinge and the retention system — so the helmet stays in place when the tempo rises.

Shell geometry and sight line are shaped with head anatomy in mind: sizing options, room for a padded liner, and controlled contact points that spread pressure. This supports neck mobility and keeps the helmet from shifting, while maintaining workable vision and breathing under stress.

Edges and junctions are finished to reduce snagging, and internal volume is managed for shock absorption and ventilation. Manufacturing is based on historical sources and proven late-medieval prototypes, with practical adjustments for modern safety expectations in full-contact formats, including buhurt.

Hardware is kept serviceable: straps, rivets, and mounts can be replaced, and post-fight straightening is feasible without complex teardown. Designs consider common tournament requirements (e.g., HMB, IMCF, and other rule sets), but passing inspection depends on the specific event, your full kit, and the officials on site.