Original World War Two South African Brodie Helmet, Mark II Foreign Measuring approximately 90mm x 40mm

Measuring approximately 90mm x 40mm

The blue felt backing was worn by some GIs to denote their combat status

Civil Variant with the George V cypher

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Unusual item

Original World War Two South African Brodie Helmet, Mark II Foreign Measuring approximately 90mm x 40mmAn original South African Brodie helmet, differing from the British variant in being slightly rounder and having three holes punched above the neckline for installation of a sun flap. Helmet has been repainted, but condition is good. No maker marks found on the helmet. Liner is intact, a little crunchy perhaps. 1943 date and manufacturer mark inside the liner. Maker difficult to read but thought to be Jager Rand.