14th century klappvisier bascinetThis bascinet is based on an original from around 1370. From about 1330, some bascinets were equipped with a hinged visor (klappvisier). Helmets like this had a visor with a hinge point in the center of the helmet bowl. This type of helmet was particularly popular in the Holy Roman Empire and remained in use there even into the 15th century. Klappvisiers were found throughout Europe. In Northern Italy, they are depicted in a Crucifixion scene in the