British Pith Helmet Dated 1942 98K Combat Bayonets This tinnie is constructed out

This tinnie is constructed out of a die struck aluminum that has been silver finish with burnished highlights

The eagle’s chest holds a painted silvered crescent

This swallow would have been worn on the shoulder of a musician playing in a signals regimental band

The double engraved blade has the fouled anchor motif and rates in near excellent condition

it is soft and supple and shows only minor wear

British Pith Helmet Dated 1942 98K Combat Bayonets This tinnie is constructed outBritish Pith Helmet Dated 1942 This is a good example of a British wartime pith helmet. These helmets were made of a hardened cork material, covered in khaki cotton drill material. Underneath this is lined in a silver foil to reflect the tropical sun. You can actually see a hint of this silver foil if you look inside, at the center of the cap. The top of the cap has a ventilation button. There is the khaki colored center band as well. There is one