WW1 British Brodie Helmet (Untouched Shed Find)

A true shed found example of a WW1 Brodie helmet that at one time had a regimental slider backed badge affixed, there are remains of what appears to be painted insignia in the form of flames (possibly flaming grenade/bomb) surrounding the slider hole.
The shell is stamped with FS 122 (Firth & Sons Ltd of Sheffield, steel suppliers) and still retains some original paintwork, the Rexene liner along with the leather chin strap are now very dry and worn, the strap has cracking & now very delicate.
The rubber doughnut ring is still present under the felt crown pad and that would indicate that the year of manufacture was circa 1917/18.
A wonderful salty example.

Code: 50524