Original WW2 RAF E Type Flying Helmet - Size 2

A good original WW2 period Royal Air Force E Type Flying Helmet in a size 2. 

This pattern of helmet was introduced in the latter part of the Second World War to replace the earlier D Type flying helmet. Unlike its predecessor which was made of cotton drill, the E Type helmet was made of cellular cotton - often referred to as 'Aertex'. This was a popular choice for clothing used in the tropics during WW2 as it was a lightweight, breathable fabric. 

The helmet features rubber receiver cups to each side which are fitted with original Type 32 receivers which still retains their original Air Ministry markings and the stores code of 10A/13466. A tan coloured cloth wiring loom joins these together and is fitted with the large jack plug to the extreme end which is the pattern used during WW2. The helmet features five goggle straps to the rear, four of which fasten with press studs. There is a chin strap which again fastens with a press stud.

The original stamps are still present inside the helmet including the size stamp of 2 which is intended to fit a head size of 6 7/8 to 7. 

The helmet is in very good condition and displays well with only very limited signs of wear or age. Overall it is a very clean example which would be hard to better. This pattern of helmet is usually very soiled from wear and with this example even the wiring loom is still very fresh. Please take time to study the pictures and bear in mind that this is a vintage, pre-worn item which has some flaws commensurate with age. 

A fine original example of this pattern of flying helmet which would make a good addition to any collection. 

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