Code: 10802
RAF B-type leather flying helmet.
This classic RAF flying helmet is famous for the type worn by fighter pilots during the Battle of Britain.
Air Ministry Ref. No. 22C/65 showing on the label stitched inside and a 1939 date, also it has an AID stamp.
The helmet outside chrome leather is in a good 'issued' condition.
This helmet has a period modification to accept the type E or G oxygen masks.
The Bennett's buckle fastener's are complete and the leather chin strap retains it's metal V end piece.
With zip ear receiver coverings and an old pair of rubber cushions inside.
Both ear piece zips work perfectly and both leather pullers are present.
The inside chamois leather is complete, but with some soiling and it has a couple of old repairs (see photos).
This helmet is in a very good 'used' condition.
Not for sale to the EU.
