VIKING GJERMUNDBU HELM w/AVENTAIL AB3951 AB3952 GDFB
The Gjermundbu is the only helmet we can actually say with any confidence is truly a "Viking" helmet, having been found in the right geographical region, and dating from the right period. Very few Viking Helms have been found, and of them the Gjermundbu was by far the most complete. Based on the find at Gjermundbu, Norway, this GDFB Viking helmet features a chain mail aventail and will provide the re-enactor with authentic head neck and shoulder protection. Crafted in 14 gauge steel, and spiked cap, this fully functional helm includes a complete leather suspension, chin straps, and spiked cap. This GDFB Gjermundbu helmet is battle ready and provides a high level of protection and mobility; perfect for the Viking reenactor. Made available in two sizes; Medium AB3951 25-inch Circumference, and Large AB3952 27-inch Circumference.
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An Aventail or camail is a flexible curtain of mail attached to the skull of a helmet that extends to cover the throat, neck and shoulders. Part or all of the face, with spaces to allow vision, could also be covered. The earliest Viking aventails were riveted directly to the edge of the helmet, however, a detachable version replaced this type towards the 12th century. The detachable aventail was attached to a leather band, which was in turn attached to the lower border of the helmet by a series of staples called vervelles. Holes in the leather band were passed over the vervelles, and a waxed cord was passed through the holes in the vervelles to secure it. Aventails were most commonly seen on bascinets in the 14th century and served as a replacement for a complete mail hood (coif). By the late 15th century, the aventail had replaced the mail coif completely.
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