Matte Plastic Sallet Helmet. Series “Onyx”

Products of the “Onyx” Series stand out for their striving toward accurate historical shapes, the ability to fit individual human measurements, and neat assembly.

Optional for an extra fee:
– ABS plastic. Thickness 4 mm (optimal thickness for LARP with duralumin and textolite weapons)
– Chin straps
– Leather liner suspension

– Plastic version of the Sallet Helmet with a visor.
– The matte version looks great without any painting, giving the product’s surface the appearance of blued forged metal.
– One of the most popular and recognizable helmets of the Late Middle Ages was popular in the 15th–16th centuries due to its combination of high protection, excellent visibility, and comfort. It became lighter than its predecessors (bascinets), provided good ventilation, did not restrict movement, and the long “tail” protected the neck, making it ideal for both knights and infantry.
– Main reasons for the sallet’s popularity:
– Improved visibility and field of view: Unlike fully enclosed helmets, the sallet allowed for better orientation in combat.
– Comfort and light weight: The helmet was not overly heavy, and its shape allowed free breathing.
– Neck and nape protection: The elongated rear section (“tail”) effectively protected against rear slashing blows.
– Versatility: Used both with a visor (knights) and open-faced (archers, infantry), and easily paired with a bevor/gorget (chin and throat protection).
– Era-appropriate design: The sallet became a great solution for changing combat tactics when knights dismounted more often and infantry gained greater significance.