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Bastien Rousselot




Location: Rouen, Normandy, France
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PostPosted: Mon 25 Mar, 2019 8:35 am    Post subject: Helmet crest mount         Reply with quote

Hi, first time poster here.

I plan on getting myself an early frogmouth helmet but I couldn't find any indication of how crests were mounted and attached to helmets.

What are the options out there ? I hoped some of you could help me with your insights.

Keep in mind this helmet would be used in HMB, so anything directly integrated to the helmet is a no-no. I just want to be able to add a crest when I feel like decorating my helmet.

Here's attached the helmet that I am planning on getting, not the best but accurate enough for HMB and not too expensive, not a high quality reproduction but again, the intended goal isn't medieval reenactment.



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Mark Moore




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PostPosted: Tue 26 Mar, 2019 5:01 am    Post subject:         Reply with quote

I'm not aware of any crest mounts available on the open market, with the exception of mounts for Roman/Greek plume crests.
Without having to compromise the integrity of the helm by drilling holes, I would try something with either elastic bands or Velcro---or a combination of the two. It wouldn't be 'historically accurate', but it would be an easy and affordable on-off method.
In other words---a D-I-Y project. Wink Good luck...............McM

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Kirk B.





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PostPosted: Tue 26 Mar, 2019 8:35 am    Post subject:         Reply with quote

Strong magnets?
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Augusto Boer Bront
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Location: Cividale del Friuli (UD) Italy
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PostPosted: Sat 30 Mar, 2019 4:12 pm    Post subject:         Reply with quote

Holes on the top of the skull and laces.





Or staples, as you can see here.






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