Original Canadian Victorian M1877 Colonial Pattern Sun Helmet - size 7 1/8 German Militaria while captured examples were used

while captured examples were used in combat by British and Commonwealth forces

The original chinstrap is present and in good complete condition

The cock (hammer) was replaced during the period of service with one from a British musket of the period (typical Colonial repair)

We rarely see M3 scabbards this nice

The hardwood case is of exceptionally fine quality with veneer finish with full brass trim around every edge and corners

Original Canadian Victorian M1877 Colonial Pattern Sun Helmet - size 7 1/8 German Militaria while captured examples were usedOriginal Item: Only One Available. Authorized in June of 1877 the regulation Foreign Service Helmet, was made of cork and covered in white cloth with a standard six seams. The style was worn throughout the empire, and this pattern remained in use until replaced by the Wolseley pattern helmet. This is a very nice Canadian issue example of the standard white "six seam" version, maker marked on the inside by two firms Montral, part of the Quebec province