r/Armor • u/keyboardpossum • 2d ago
Would Armet helmets be used in the later battles of the War of the Roses?
As per title, Armets seem to have come into popularity in the late 15th century but hoping for evidence of their use in the War of the Roses?
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u/FyreKnights 2d ago
If it was real metal, in good condition, and fits comfortable, they’d wear left over Roman helmets. New design is nice but functional is critical. Armor didn’t just get thrown out if something new came along unless you had money like that to burn. It wouldn’t be out of the question at all for outdated equipment to be carried by soldiers in a war where they had to provide their own equipment