29 May 2018

Swiss Guard Gets New 3-D-printed Plastic Helmets

"The Swiss Guard has broken with centuries of tradition by adopting new helmets that are made out of plastic and created by a 3D printer.

"The new helmets are lighter to wear and, at £740 each, around half the cost of the old metal ones.

"Each PVC helmet is stamped with the coat of arms of Pope Julius II, who founded the private army of mercenary troops in 1506 and was known as 'the warrior pope'."

A recent article in The Telegraph reported on the Swiss Guard's new helmets.

To access the complete report, please visit:

The Telegraph: The Swiss Guard, the Pope's private army, unveil new 3D-printed plastic helmets (5 MAY 18)

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