Late Victorian Era, British Volunteer Fire Brigade, Leather Fireman’s Merryweather Helmet With Brass Helmet Plate Brass Link Chin Strap & Liner. Sn 21234 Clothing

Late Victorian Era, British Volunteer Fire Brigade, Leather Fireman’s Merryweather Helmet With Brass Helmet Plate Brass Link Chin Strap & Liner. Sn 21234 - 21234

This is an original Volunteer Fireman's Merryweather pattern yhelmet. Merryweather helmets were used by British fire brigades from the Victorian era into the early 1900’s. This hard leather helmet has just light surface scuffs to be expected with age & service use and is complete with its original leather backed brass link chin strap, secured to brass bosses, skull combe with brass Grotesque face badge to the front above large brass crossed fire axes and hoses with flaming torch helmet plate. The helmet has its original leather liner loosely fitted within the skull. The helmet has a brass forehead band together with brass rimmed peak and neck guard. There are no visible maker or date marks. The helmet is approx. UK size 6. The price includes UK delivery. Sn 21234

£395.00