








Helmet, Mk II, British, R.O. Co. - Vero 1939, Normandy
Genuine WWII British Mk II helmet, retaining its original liner and chinstrap.
Shell manufactured by Rubery Owen & Co. Ltd. in Leeds, England and dated 1939. Liner is hallmarked Vero (Everett W. Vero & Co., London) and dated 1939, too.
Size 6 ¾.
Quite good, worn condition; found in Normandy.
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Shell manufactured by Rubery Owen & Co. Ltd. in Leeds, England and dated 1939. Liner is hallmarked Vero (Everett W. Vero & Co., London) and dated 1939, too.
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