Helmet, Mk II, British, 1940-1941, Royal Corps of Signals, Beach Group

Very rare genuine WWII British Mk II helmet, retaining its original liner and early chinstrap.

The shell, manufactured by Austin Motor Company in Cowley, England, is dated 1941; the liner was produced by Gimson & Slate in Nottingham, England in 1940. Size 7 ¼.

The outer surface has been adorned with a white stripe on its circumference, indicating that the present helmet may have seen service with a Beach Group, whereas the left side of the shell shows the Royal Corps of Signal flash.

Quite good, worn condition.