British WW2 1942 Dated Paratrooper Helmet

A good used second pattern steel shell with a wartime refurbished dark green sand grit paint. This was frequently done during the war to enhance camouflage and noted in new reference books detailing paratroop helmets. There is also clear evidence of once having a unit or course flash on the side. The rubberized liner in very good condition.The leather sweatband clearly maker marked “BMP” and dated 1942. Fitted with a first pattern leather chinstrap arrangement making this a rare example to WW2 airborne collectors. Overall in good condition.

Code: 1203