05-26-2005, 09:41 PM
I think all the ways of padding the helm have now been mentioned. I think the hair would have been tied back mainly to stop it being dragged in front of the eyes when the helmet is put on. I found this a problem when my hair wa long, but not long enough to be tied back! The extra padding at the back, and its potential for supporting the helm in the "up" position, was probably a "fringe" benefit :oops:
I don't think it matters much which type of helmet we are discussing, when it comes to padding; all the methods could be used with any type.
The Hoplite Association will be at Cosmeston ( Welsh Folk Museum) on Sunday and Monday, 29th and 30th May. If any of you live in the vicinity, come and visit us there. I have some interesting new kit...
I don't think it matters much which type of helmet we are discussing, when it comes to padding; all the methods could be used with any type.
The Hoplite Association will be at Cosmeston ( Welsh Folk Museum) on Sunday and Monday, 29th and 30th May. If any of you live in the vicinity, come and visit us there. I have some interesting new kit...
