The piece is in an GOOD, USED CONDITION- Pith Helmet is present and detailed with Pugaree Wrapping.Item remains in a Good State and has been utilised. Signs of Wear evident due to handling. Khaki material appears in a Fair State of preservation. Structural integrity and overall appearance appear to be in good order. Lining is present with leather sweat band. No Chin-Strap , Brass retention bales remain. Manufacturer and size markings evident. Surface areas of discoloration will be evident, brim appears mildly brittle in two small areas of exposure.
ITEM IS OVER 80 YEARS OLD , AND HAS BEEN SUBJECT TO HANDLING/ EXPOSURE TO VARIED CONDITIONS.
PIECE IS SECOND-HAND AND HAS BEEN UTILISED AS A UNIFORM ASSEMBLAGE.
SOLD AS IS - NO RETURNS
FOR DISPLAY PURPOSES ONLY- NOT FOR USAGE/ WEAR
PIECE WILL HAVE ONE OR TWO AREAS THAT HAVE BECOME BRITTLE ON THE REAR VISOR PORTION OVER TIME.
** ONE BID IS FOR ONE ONLY !! **
INSPECT PICTURES CAREFULLY AS THEY FORM AN IMPORTANT PART OF THE DESCRIPTION.
ORIGIN : South African Railways & Harbours
COMPOSITION : Pith ( Cork) / Cotton/ Leather
YEAR: 1940 -
TYPE: SAR / SAS Khaki Pith / Custodian Helmet.
SIZE : 7 ¼ - 58 / 59 - LARGE.
MANUFACTURER: S.A.P.H.I ( South African Pith Helmet Industries).
NO CHIN STRAP.
NOTE : PITH OR CORK IS A FRAGILE AND DELICATE MATERIAL - THAT MUST BE HANDLED WITH CARE.
** YOU ARE BIDDING FOR ONE.**
An EXCELLENT example of Second World War Era, 1940s SA Railways Khaki Pith Helmet with Pugaree Wrapping. This piece appears to be in a VF/F state , with detailed Relief on obverse and reverse. All Structural elements appear present. Evidence of handling/ age-related wear is visible on surface. Khaki cloth cover is largely intact- with a few areas of Wear & tear visible. Pugaree is complete and secured to Helmet Shell. Some discoloration will be present- due to environmental exposure and general usage. NOTE : Brim / Visor region at the Helmet rear will have one or two areas that are Brittle / Softened due to age.
The Leather Sweat band and Cloth Lining are complete, with all necessary markings. Chin-strap is NO LONGER PRESENT- having expired due to age. The Brass retention bales - however, still remain.
This piece would have been utilised by members of the South African Railways & Harbours - as part of their service uniform attire during the period of World War 2.
The ideal addition to any SA Railways , Second World War Era Helmet collection or display- for the enthusiast seeking a unique period piece for their assortment.
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PAYMENT IN 7 DAYS OR SNC
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