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WW2 British Paratrooper Helmet ( HSAT) Mk2 Model 1943

A rare textbook camouflage scrim netted 1944 dated example of the Mk2 British paratrooper helmet this piece being one of the first issued with the ' Third model' webbing chinstrap system.
Helmet has its original wartime factory paint to shell with this showing heavy wear to exterior. Webbing straps show the wartime stitch configuration which is explained in the superb reference by Oliver Lock ' British Airborne Headdress ' . Chincup complete with chamois leather lining. There is wear to the leather headband however the 1943 date , maker 'BMB' & size '73/4' is visible. Dome crash pad still present to crown & rubber cushions.
Becoming harder to find now with the all important Normandy & Arnhem applicable 1943 date.

Code: 15048

1750.00 GBP