Original British WWI Rare “Leather Tanker Helmet of 1916” Complete With Liner and Chinstrap German Holsters information for New York State

information for New York State was preserved because New York's Adjutant General gathered the information shortly after the war

Blade Style: Double Edge Spear Point

but unfortunately appears to have been double stamped and cannot be read

In generally great condition the scabbard has small rust pits overall

This sabot is in good condition with all original markings present

Original British WWI Rare “Leather Tanker Helmet of 1916” Complete With Liner and Chinstrap German Holsters information for New York StateOriginal Item: Only One Available. Issued to the first British tank crews in 1916 as a personal protection against head injury, the helmet was sometimes mistaken for German headgear when crews abandoned their vehicles in action (with often disastrous consequences for the wearers). Amongst tank crews headdress was often a matter of choice, therefore the standard Brodie pattern steel helmet was regularly worn as was the softer and more comfortable