1939 British MKII Ambulance Drivers Helmet

A 1939 dated MKII helmet bearing front & rear capital A stencils denoting Ambulance, the shell is stamped J.S.S (Joseph Sankey) and has the typical early wartime black over paint as all early produced helmet left the factory with a khaki finish (still visible inside).
An early MKI oval dome pad liner bearing the makers name & size J.C.S & W 1939 6 3/4 , the Rexene liner + tongues appear to be in good condition and not too dry as often the case today, the original large dome securing nut & bolt has been replaced with a smaller nut & bolt but this appears to be period done as fresh to the market.
Original early side sprung webbing chin strap which is also in good condition.
The shells external paintwork bears the usual amount of light scuffing & scratches from wartime use.

Code: 50560