Original 1960 RAF MK 1A 'Bone Dome' Flying Helmet - Size 2 Broad

An original RAF MK 1A Bonedome Flying Helmet Dating from the late 1960s which belonged to a member of the Oxford University Air Squadron.  

The MK 1A Flying Helmet replaced the earlier and short lived MK1 'Bonedome' which came into issue during the 1950s as part of the 'Fast Jet Pilot System'. The helmet is painted an olive green colour as many of these helmets were in the 1970s. The helmet has had the visor runner removed but retains its chin strap.

Inside the helmet retains its original white webbing harness which features a maker's name. Underneath this is the original label which bears the size of '2 Broad' and the stores reference number of 22c/2118. The designation of 1A is also present as is the War Department broad arrow. Various owners have added their names in ink to the interior which may offer scope for further research. There are also inspection dates with the first dating from 1970 which would suggest that this helmet dates from prior to this date. 

The helmet is in reasonable condition with various signs of wear and use. Please study the pictures and bear in mind that this is a vintage item which may have small flaws commensurate with age.

Overall a good example of this pattern of helmet which offers the potential of further research. 

This is a vintage item which is 'sold as seen'