making a helm for the first time
Sept 27, 2017 0:32:57 GMT
Post by hallofmyfathers on Sept 27, 2017 0:32:57 GMT
Hello,
Just thought it might be interesting to share a couple of pictures from a helm that I've been working on for a few days. I've never made a helm, so I thought it would be enjoyable to try. I did my best to replicate a helm depicted in the illustrations of the Maciejowski Bible. Aesthetically, there might be much to be desired as I didn't try to planish away much of the rough hammer marks, and the edge on the top could have been straighter.
It's 16 gauge mild steel and quite heavy. I haven't weighed it, but it's probably around 4-5 lbs. I was considering adding a leather liner, but finally decided on simply wearing a padded linen coif that is not attached to the helmet.
I hope these images show up, first time posting pics.
Just thought it might be interesting to share a couple of pictures from a helm that I've been working on for a few days. I've never made a helm, so I thought it would be enjoyable to try. I did my best to replicate a helm depicted in the illustrations of the Maciejowski Bible. Aesthetically, there might be much to be desired as I didn't try to planish away much of the rough hammer marks, and the edge on the top could have been straighter.
It's 16 gauge mild steel and quite heavy. I haven't weighed it, but it's probably around 4-5 lbs. I was considering adding a leather liner, but finally decided on simply wearing a padded linen coif that is not attached to the helmet.
I hope these images show up, first time posting pics.
