Original Japanese WWII Tetsubo Army Combat Helmet with Liner and Chinstrap named to Takiwakahe Category_MG 34 Bolt & Barrel Assembly The ogive of the cartridge

The ogive of the cartridge was tied with thread into a 'bonnet' and dipped into heated beeswax up to the origin of the sabot

A brass pommel loop (24 x 30 mm) is affixed through the pommel nut

The portepee itself is in very good condition

The Regiment then became known as "THE DIE HARDS"

The hard rubber grips are somewhat worn

Original Japanese WWII Tetsubo Army Combat Helmet with Liner and Chinstrap named to Takiwakahe Category_MG 34 Bolt & Barrel Assembly The ogive of the cartridgeOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice combat used example of the classic of the Tetsubo, also colloquially called the tetsukabuto ("steel helmet") by troops. Features include: Original 5 point metal star liner split pin on the front. Complete three tongue leather liner (no pads) with Japanese Kanji ink markings on reverse side. Original tie down chinstrap (worn) Original paint with minor wear and damage. Inside of shell named with