I agree! Just the coif and a helm would be easier for sure. I had to have my brother be my squire and help me put the shirt on and off. But it wasn't too bad wearing it. I could feel extra weight but it was not uncomfortable and even moved in the wind. I could run around and swing my sword. I do have a helmet but it's a Norman style helmet arriving today and I also have made my own helmet with a visor sometimes called a close helm.