The Celtic Gauls also had kettle helms, weirdly enough. They were more conical, with a spike on top and a less pronounced brim but the shape was very similar (with the addition of cheek flaps under the brim)
Cool! I should go search for that. (Discovers cool things and is happy) Though my request would be to get one with a little boar figure instead of a spike. I know, not practical, but it stands out for ceremonies. I believe the youth call it “being extra” but I’m not sure.
A simple kettle hat for a lower class soldier might be 1.5mm thick, but we have to remember it would be hand forged so in some places it might approach 2mm and could be thinner along the brim. Thicker than that for the majority of the helm and it becomes too heavy and really hurts your neck. Reproductions often use the old measurement of gauge, so 16 for the 1.6 mm but 14 for the 2mm. I hope that helps answer your question!
@@LaurenDangerShaw If I remember correctly, you'll find the most examples in the beginning of the game where you partake in a siege and go through your camp. You find the early iron hat, the one which has the eyeslit, one that is a merger with the Norman style helmet, and a very late version that merges with the conquistador style helmet and has a spiral pattern of folds.
@@LaurenDangerShaw I've seen a reproduction of that one, but sadly the maker went bankrupt. They also made some beautiful half and 3/4 plate armour with a black and white pattern (either with that helmet, or a burgonet). I think that it was Polish armour, which would make sense as both were probably based on the same original piece...
What are your thoughts on the mid/late 15th century kettle helm with eye-slits? It appears to be common during the Hussite Wars from what I can tell. I’m not sure how practical it would be, but I like how it seems to be a middle-ground between a kettle and a sallet.
Well at times I think it looks a bit weird, but I get the idea behind it. Older kettle helms from an era of slashing attacks were great, but the 15th Century sees a lot of thrusting from swords as well as various pole weapons. I’d probably prefer a sallet and bevor instead if I really needed the protection. Personal style choice.
@@LaurenDangerShaw Thanks for the quick reply. I also thought that the helmet wouldn't provide the best defense against thrusts (especially since a thrust might be deflected _into_ the eye-sits). Good luck with your channel!
Please keep at it, you got what it takes but you still seem a wee bit nervios but that will be corrected with time, just please please please don't give up. I don't want to sound political or anything but it is real nice to see female youtubers from the HEMA/medieval community I love it and want wait to see more of your content :3
Aww thank you Emmanuel! Nerves will fade, but my channel shall not! I will keep at it and yes, more ladies need to get into the HEMA/Medieval bits of UA-cam. Hopefully I will inspire others and we can get more great content for everyone!
@@LaurenDangerShaw You're right it is. This video of yours was recommended to me among others but they all had around 1 million views, while this one had 66 at that time. Seems like UA-cam finally starts to favor quality over quantity now. Keep up the good work!
Kettle helmets definitely need more love in pop culture!
The Celtic Gauls also had kettle helms, weirdly enough. They were more conical, with a spike on top and a less pronounced brim but the shape was very similar (with the addition of cheek flaps under the brim)
Cool! I should go search for that. (Discovers cool things and is happy)
Though my request would be to get one with a little boar figure instead of a spike. I know, not practical, but it stands out for ceremonies. I believe the youth call it “being extra” but I’m not sure.
Very interesing information Lady 🌹👑🌹
Why thank you kindly!
I live for the intro rhymes ❤️
The rhyming is always a lot of fun, and hard to stop once it has begun!
How thick (millimeters) would a kettle hat worn by a medieval peasant soldier usually be?
A simple kettle hat for a lower class soldier might be 1.5mm thick, but we have to remember it would be hand forged so in some places it might approach 2mm and could be thinner along the brim. Thicker than that for the majority of the helm and it becomes too heavy and really hurts your neck. Reproductions often use the old measurement of gauge, so 16 for the 1.6 mm but 14 for the 2mm. I hope that helps answer your question!
@@LaurenDangerShaw yes it does, thank you very much!!
Excellent video. Both informative and entertaining!
I'm looking forward to videos on the other Helms in the background.
All in good time. They'll be quick but info packed when I get there. :)
The Witcher 2 had many, many variants of it for NPCs.
I will have to go look at game art and screen shots so I can enjoy. Thank you!
@@LaurenDangerShaw If I remember correctly, you'll find the most examples in the beginning of the game where you partake in a siege and go through your camp. You find the early iron hat, the one which has the eyeslit, one that is a merger with the Norman style helmet, and a very late version that merges with the conquistador style helmet and has a spiral pattern of folds.
Ooo the spiral pattern is one I’d like to see. Thanks for the extra details! To the Internet search bar!
@@LaurenDangerShaw I've seen a reproduction of that one, but sadly the maker went bankrupt. They also made some beautiful half and 3/4 plate armour with a black and white pattern (either with that helmet, or a burgonet).
I think that it was Polish armour, which would make sense as both were probably based on the same original piece...
Always sad when artistic adventures like armour smithing doesn’t survive tough times. A shame for sure.
Informative as always! Liked the info about modern similarities too!
What are your thoughts on the mid/late 15th century kettle helm with eye-slits? It appears to be common during the Hussite Wars from what I can tell. I’m not sure how practical it would be, but I like how it seems to be a middle-ground between a kettle and a sallet.
Well at times I think it looks a bit weird, but I get the idea behind it. Older kettle helms from an era of slashing attacks were great, but the 15th Century sees a lot of thrusting from swords as well as various pole weapons. I’d probably prefer a sallet and bevor instead if I really needed the protection. Personal style choice.
@@LaurenDangerShaw Thanks for the quick reply. I also thought that the helmet wouldn't provide the best defense against thrusts (especially since a thrust might be deflected _into_ the eye-sits). Good luck with your channel!
@@potatokilr7789 You're welcome for the quick reply (thank smartphones I suppose) and thanks for the well wishing!
Please keep at it, you got what it takes but you still seem a wee bit nervios but that will be corrected with time, just please please please don't give up. I don't want to sound political or anything but it is real nice to see female youtubers from the HEMA/medieval community I love it and want wait to see more of your content :3
Aww thank you Emmanuel! Nerves will fade, but my channel shall not! I will keep at it and yes, more ladies need to get into the HEMA/Medieval bits of UA-cam. Hopefully I will inspire others and we can get more great content for everyone!
Good kettle helms in this scene: YT search: "Maximilian & Marie De Bourgogne, fight scene 2: Zweihänder"
Thanks for the tip! I will give that a watch! Exciting.
ua-cam.com/video/0qDMMmn8Sk8/v-deo.html
4 min 34 sec
@@christobalcolon6601 I've seen it before and it is a fun watch, despite the anachronisms. But always good to watch it again! Thanks!
0:40 You made a Warhammer 40k video?
I’ve made videos featuring the weapon called a warhammer but not the game, though 40K looks like fun. It also looks as expensive as sword collecting!
@@LaurenDangerShaw I'm a Warhammer fan but I've never collected any of the figures. I've drawn pictures & designed combo weapons of the franchise
@@SlashinatorZ We all have our ways to enjoy our hobbies. I do hope you can get a few of the minis one day, of course.
@@LaurenDangerShaw I do have a Warhammer music video on my page where I heavily expanded on a preexisting video from years ago
@@SlashinatorZ I'll scoot over and have a look!
The algorithm likes this channel
Algorithm approval is a very strange thing but I’ll take it I suppose.
@@LaurenDangerShaw You're right it is. This video of yours was recommended to me among others but they all had around 1 million views, while this one had 66 at that time. Seems like UA-cam finally starts to favor quality over quantity now. Keep up the good work!
@@reptilianbrother5618 Aw thanks! I will certainly keep being zany and having fun while educating :)
@@LaurenDangerShaw Cheers to that!
Great video. I’m glad that you popped up in my suggestions. Surprised it took this long. Insta-sub & I look forward to more.
Aww, thanks Mitch! I’m glad you enjoyed it and I’ll do my best to keep making more!