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LOT 1169

United States M38 Tank Crew Helmet

CIRCA 1940'S A.D.

10 5/8 in. (613 grams, 27 cm high).

Rawling's pattern M38 composition tank crew helmet with neck protection plate and ear-flaps, fitted with leather lining with leather and fabric securing straps; finished dark green; with later inked 'CESARE' owner name and '1-5-79' date to liner. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Acquired from Czerny's Auction, lot 81515.
The Kusmirek Collection, UK.

Accompanied by copy of a previous invoice and lot description.

Footnotes

Possibly of Italian manufacture of the type used by US forces in WWII.

CONDITION

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LOT 1169

United States M38 Tank Crew Helmet

Sold for (Inc. bp): £143

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