North Italian Sallet – 18 Gauge Steel – Deepeeka
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Overview
North Italian Sallet - 18 Gauge Steel - Deepeeka
Please note that this item no longer comes with a chin strap as standard. Pictures will be updated at a later date
One of the more popular helmets of the 15th century, the Sallet could be found throughout continental Europe, but was most popular in Italy and especially in the German Principalities. The sallet afforded excellent protection and the wide vision slit with extended lower lip protected the face whilst allowing for better ventilation and airflow than earlier great helms with breathing holes. Sallets often had a hinged face visor that could be lifted when not necessary. Sallets worn by light infantry and archers often had no visor at all.
This North Italian style visor features the long curving lines favored by the Italians, as opposed to the rounded domes, elongated tailpiece and fluting of the German style. This one has been made with16 gauge high carbon steel with a brass hinge for the visor. It is unlined but comes with a padded arming cap that can be inserted.
Please note that this item no longer comes with a chin strap as standard. Pictures will be updated at a later date
Specifications
Every measurement that matters
- Brand
- Deepeeka
- Era
- Medieval
- Weight
- 5 lb 14.5 oz
- Country of Origin
- India
- Type
- Sallet
- Internal Circumference
- 27 1/2''
- Sizing
- Front to Back: 11'' - Side to Side: 8''
- Material
- Mild Steel
- Gauge
- 18 Gauge
Reviews
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Q&A
Questions from the community
Q What helmet style is this and what era does it reflect? Common Question
A North Italian sallet inspired by 15th‑century European armor.
Q What is the helmet made from and how thick is the steel? Common Question
Mild steel; listed at 18 gauge in the specifications.
Q Does it include a visor and how does it operate? Common Question
Yes, a hinged face visor is fitted and pivots on brass hinge hardware.
Q Is the interior lined? Common Question
It is unlined but comes with a padded arming cap to insert.
Q Does it come with a chin strap? Common Question
No longer supplied with a chin strap as standard, per the product note.
Q What is the listed weight? Common Question
Approximately 5 lb 14.5 oz.
Q Is it suitable for reenactment or costume use? Common Question
Suitable for costume and light reenactment; users may wish to add a liner and chin strap for secure wear.
Q Where is it manufactured? Common Question
Manufacturer: Deepeeka; Country of origin: India.
Q How should I care for the steel? Common Question
Keep the mild steel lightly oiled, wipe dry after handling, and store in a dry environment to prevent rust.
Q What visual features define this North Italian style? Common Question
Long curving lines, a pronounced medial ridge, and a narrow vision slit characteristic of Italian sallets.
The Maker
Deepeeka
Deepeeka creates an astonishing variety of replica weapons, armor, and re-enactment accessories that range from Classical Antiquity to the 20th Century. Deepeeka has been crafting replicas since the 1980s and their products are essential gear for many re-enactment groups. Many swords, daggers and other weapons made by Deepeeka are durably crafted and budget-friendly offerings. The steel is good and well-tempered and their leathercraft and woodworking are of excellent quality. Deepeeka’s products are handcrafted and (in the case of blades, hand-hammered) are a good deal for those who want a quality item at a good price.
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The listing lacks a circumference, but I took a chance on it. Unfortunately it ended up too small for me — if you find Medium helmets to be a tad on the roomy side then this might work for you. The one I was shipped was also missing its chin straps. However, the visor worked well and I’m still fond of the design so I’ll give it three stars.
I really like this healmet. It did have some ussues though. First, it didn’t come with the chin strap (I knew this because of the other review I saw before purchasing). I am fine with this, because I have the tools to make my own and rivet it to the helmet. This might be a problem to those who don’t have tools and such.
Also, the padded cap seams to be a bit too small for a helmet of this size. The helmet fit my head perfectly, but the cap didn’t, it is shaped like one for a nasal helm.
A padded cap that wrapped a little bit more around the the head, as well as a chin strap for both the cap and helmet would have made it good. But to be fair, I think a simple liner and strap would be the absolute perfection. Other than that, the steel part of the helmet is amazing.