ROMAN GALLIC J HELMET
"BELLS & WHISTLES MODEL"

An example of the Imperial Roman "Gallic J" helmet was found in Hungary, and dates to the late 1st C AD. The helmet shown here is closely modeled after it, with minor deviation. The Gallic J style was chosen because the design is well-suited to being adapted for rattan combat, particularly the shape of the neck gaurd and the narrow brow gaurd.

This model, which I dubbed "Bells and Whistles", has all the requisite features found on the original example, including embossed decoration, rivet bosses, crest holder attachments, and properly made brow gaurd. Only a few minor liberties were taken with the details, in an effort to better adapt it to rattan combat. It is the most accurate Roman helmet that I have made for SCA combat.

The only significant design element which was found on the original which is not represented here is a brass carrying handle, which was mounted in the center of the rear neck gaurd. This feature may also be added for an additional cost.






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