Helmet
Item
Title
Helmet
Description
Type E Flying Helmet. Tan coloured cotton 'Aertex' Type 'E' light weight helmet with no lining. The helmet has no internal wiring and black rubber cups that are held in place by a leather ring. Elastic has been sewn into the back nape of the helmet for a tighter fit. There is no chin strap present. Adjacent to the receivers are five snap fasteners. Towards the rear of the helmet two single buckle straps and three snap fastening tabs are attached to secure a flying goggle (not present). Internally, the helmet has grey felt ear pads to reduce external noise. A label sewn on the inside of the helmet reads, "Buffalo Cap & Neck wear Ltd. Size 4".
Identifier
009.500.025
Date Created
1943