WW2 RAF 1st PATTERN D-TYPE FLYING HELMET - Sz2

WW2 RAF 1st PATTERN D-TYPE FLYING HELMET. A nice example of the D-type flying helmet, worn in hotter, sunnier climates by RAF, USAAF, and Commonwealth airmen.

A very nice example of the popular 1st pattern D-type flying helmet. The helmet is in very good condition, with no areas of damage, rips, or tears we can see to the exterior material. Still retains very good color, and there are a few areas of staining to the helmet, but nothing serious. The helmet with all goggles straps and buckle still in place, both in excellent condition. The helmet has press studs that accommodate nearly all types of wartime oxygen masks used by the RAF during WW2, and is also fitted with an oxygen mask hook to the right hand side. Both rubber earphone holders are still soft and pliable and should take a set of earphones easily. These do appear to be reproduction earphone rubbers, most likely fitted by the Sefton clothing company. Regardless, they enable the fitting of a wiring loom and earphones, making the helmet more displayable.

The neck cover is in good condition; these were sometimes removed by the wearer as they were found to be uncomfortable. The chinstrap is still present, and the Bennett buckle is also in excellent condition. The helmet does not appear to be marked on the outside like they normally are, but inside, there is a faint size no 2.

Moving inside again, we see the white silk material lining is in good used condition, without damage, rips, or tears that we can see. Both ear donuts are again in excellent condition. Both pieces of brown felt on the brow and chin have suffered from some moth damage, but these are not visible when displayed. The helmet is marked as a size 2, but we estimate the size to be approximately a size 56 UK hat size, fitting our display head here snugly.

Overall, a very nice example of the popular and desirable D-type flying helmet. It really would display a lot better with an oxygen mask and goggles. From the exterior, it really isn't too bad, a good entry-level D-type helmet, Ideal for any RAF collection, museum, or display.

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