RAF TYPE C FLYING HELMET - EARLY PATTERN, EXTERNALLY WIRED

SOLD
 
For sale is a rare, early pattern C Type Flying Helmet. 22C/451 - Size 3.
 
This particular helmet is a lovely example of an early, externally wired C Type Flying helmet; this being the second iteration with the 'improved' goggle straps (all facing down), and the additional male press-studs for fitting the E* Oxygen Mask.
 
The helmet is in very good/excellent condition. Externally the leather is thick and juicy, retaining all of its straps and press studs, all of which operate smoothly and retain the majority of their painted coatings. The rubber receiver holders are perfectly shaped and still very flexible and can easily be fitted with receivers. The Bennett's buckle still retains its leather covering and is in very good condition.
 
Internally the helmet has very minor soiling, showing little service use. The inner ear cushions are nicely shaped, and again in very nice condition. Nice to see the label still fitted.
 
The helmet is a small size for a 3, but does fit my standard display head as the photos show. 
 
All in all this is a rare, early pattern C Type Flying Helmet.