Black Nikolskoye helmet for buhurt and full contact

Nikolskoye helmet in black finish is a 13th-century inspired dome built around full-contact demands. The design uses hidden face and neck coverage to reduce snag points and protect vulnerable lines in clinch work. The dome is reinforced with stiffening ribs to keep geometry under repeated impacts. Included in the set: chain mail aventail, padded suspension/liner with concealed additional plates, and strap system. The black color is non-historical and chosen for practical use and appearance.

Select the material type.

Type	SKU	Price
Tool steel 2,5mm	(Hs6-01)	$740
Hardened steel 2mm	(Hs6-02)	$790
Hardened steel 2,5-3mm	(Hs6-03)	$810

Product description

Nikolskoye helmet is based on historical sources and period analogs of the 13th century, referencing a find from Russia near the village of Nikolskoye. The build is tuned for buhurt / full-contact armored fighting, where stability, coverage, and serviceability matter more than decorative detailing.

The core feature is hidden protection for the face and neck line. This approach shields common impact paths while keeping the exterior clean, helping to limit snagging during grappling exchanges and reducing access to vulnerable areas. Practical vision and airflow are preserved within the limits of this helmet type.

The dome uses stiffening ribs to improve resistance to denting and to hold shape under crown hits, clinch pressure, and occasional falls. Fit is supported by a considered dome geometry and correct sizing, leaving room for the padded suspension to manage impact and reduce neck fatigue.

Use case: full-contact training and tournaments.
Included: mail aventail, padded liner/suspension with concealed extra plates, retention straps.
Finish: black coating is not historical; it is selected for practical upkeep and visual restraint.

The helmet is made with common tournament inspection criteria in mind (edge finishing, secure fastening, coverage of risk zones), but approval depends on the ruleset of a specific event and on-site checks. For long-term use, the setup supports routine maintenance: straps and suspension elements can be adjusted and replaced as they wear.