Present Day
Brodie helmets are still being used today, most notably until recently, by the Israeli civil defence forces.
Some live-action role players use Brodie helmets as substitute Medieval chapel de fer. The Brodie helmet resembles its Medieval original enough to be an acceptable substitute.
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