Gjermundbu Viking Helmet, 1.6 mm

Handcrafted Viking helmet made from 1.6 mm steel, featuring an adjustable leather liner and a leather chin strap with brass buckle.

An imposing and richly decorated helmet, ideal for completing a Viking or medieval outfit. Its handcrafted construction and distinctive Nordic motifs give it an authentic and striking appearance.

Features

• Material: approx. 1.6 mm (16 gauge) steel
• Inner liner: adjustable leather
• Chin strap: leather with brass buckle
• Head circumference: suitable for up to approx. 63 cm
• Internal front-to-back measurement: approx. 21.5 cm
• Internal ear-to-ear measurement: approx. 19 cm
• Height: approx. 21 cm
• Height including face protection: approx. 32 cm
• Weight: approx. 2 kg
• Finish: handcrafted with Nordic decorations and motifs

Design and Construction

The rounded helmet bowl is made from sturdy steel and assembled using steel rivets. The construction includes the frontal band, reinforcing strips and face protection, following a style of construction commonly found in Early Medieval Europe.

The adjustable leather liner allows the helmet to fit the wearer's head more comfortably, while the leather chin strap with brass buckle helps keep the helmet securely in place during use.

Historical Inspiration

Spangenhelms, or helmets constructed using a framework of metal bands, were widely used throughout the Early Middle Ages.

This model is inspired by helmets from the Vendel Period and Viking Age, with particular reference to the Scandinavian and Northern European helmet tradition. The famous Gjermundbu find, dating to the 10th century, is one of the most important archaeological references for the study of Viking helmets.

Important: This product is not an exact archaeological reproduction of a historical find, but rather a modern interpretation inspired by helmets from the Viking Age and Early Medieval period.