[Loch-Ruadh] helm

[Kaz]

I haven't seen anyone with one of those in Ansteorra, I think mainly
because of the heat factor of a closed-face helm. I would consider
several things before buying it.
1. Does the thickness of the steel meet the minimum gauge requirement?
Many helms sold these days, especially reproductions are only 18
gauge.
2. Can you get a drink easily without removing it. Sometimes holds are
called and there is not enough time to remove a helm and get it back
on beefore the action starts up again.
3. Heat. Closed helms can get very hot without the air flowing
through. Also, your fellow warriors will have a hard time seeing if
you are getting overheated, something we all keep an eye out for.
4. Will the helm fit you after you add the padding? The interior size
will change as it is padded.

Just my four cents.

On 8/1/05, Terry Varner <tdv250 at sbcglobal.net> wrote:
> I found a helm for a very reasonable price but before I buy it I wanted a
> little input on whether I want it or not. It is a Crusades or Early
> Renascence style with the full face with just an eye slot and air holes.
> Does anyone use one like this and if they do what is visability like? Not
> that it really matters since once I take my glasses off to put it on I won't
> be able to tell friend from foe and will have to have some one point me in
> the right general direction anyway.
> 
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