German WWII 1941 Pattern Canvas Tropical Pith Helmet
This item is listed for historical interest only. It was listed on our site previously but has been sold and is no longer available for purchase.
Sold for: $475.00

Original era manufacture. First pattern tropical helmet introduced in 1941 of tan canvas covered cork construction. The helmet is complete with its proper leather sweatband (dated 1942 on the underside) and red cotton covered interior.The helmet shields, while original, are replacements as the prongs penetrate the lining, a fairly common occurrence with these old helmets. The leather edge binding is sound, displaying typical scuffing to the edges but no major surface loss. The original chinstrap is intact, showing an old repair on the left side edge. The crown and visor are not crushed or broken and overall the helmet displays quite well. Very clean and presentable example of a pattern of helmet which did see service in North Africa.