Iron Helmet
minecraft:iron_helmetThe iron helmet is a mid-tier head armor piece crafted from five iron ingots, granting 2 armor points of protection with 165 durability. It marks a solid step up from leather and chainmail gear, and can also be found in structure loot or purchased from armorer villagers.
Compatible Enchants
FAQ
How do I craft an iron helmet?
Arrange five iron ingots across the top row and middle column of a crafting table to produce one iron helmet.
What enchantments work best on it?
Protection and Respiration are popular picks — Protection reduces overall incoming damage while Respiration extends underwater breathing time.
Can a damaged iron helmet be repaired?
Yes. Combine two damaged helmets at a crafting table, or repair one at an anvil using iron ingots, each restoring about 25% of max durability.
Where can I find iron helmets without crafting one?
They generate in village armorer chests, stronghold altar chests, and appear as enchanted variants in end city loot.