WWII Japanese Army Helmet -
This is a Japanese military helmet. As issued during World War Two.
This is a model 1942. The helmet retains most of the original paint. A five point metal star is
located in the front.
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The helmet has the original leather liner. Composed of three sections with two fingers each.
A string is employed to secure the ends of the fingers together. The liner is attached
to a metal band in the helmet. A canvis chin strap is tied to the liner.
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The back of the helmet has a couple of markings stamped on it. In addition a character has been painted
with white paint. This normally indicates the size of the helmet.
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