Original U.S. WWI Aero Squadron Stiff Leather Flying Helmet by Spalding With Resistal Goggles Russian Flags the First and Second World

the First and Second World Wars

Total length: 394 mm

Serial number is present on the inside of both locks and the underside of barrel bears faint London proofs

and are in good order considering their age

Each is offered in excellent NOS condition and will be hand cut from the roll to order

Original U.S. WWI Aero Squadron Stiff Leather Flying Helmet by Spalding With Resistal Goggles Russian Flags the First and Second WorldOriginal Items: Only One Available. Original Item: Only One Available. This fantastic ultra rare example of a genuine WWI Aviator flying helmet is made of a stiff leather, much like the leather shells of the WWI German pickelhaub helmets. Below the stiff leather bowl is a supple leather apron that covers the pilots neck. The internal ears are covered with a fabric mesh material and the interior of the entire helmet is lined with a soft cotton canvas.