WWII Japanese helmets from estate - opinions?

[Skullhead]

Hello all, I've been offered these helmets, but don't know anything about japanese helmets! Do they look ok?

[Skullhead]

interior

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others...

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[zachb]

It looks like a mix of different stuff. Japanese Army combat helmets will have 4 vent holes in the top (for quick identification). The first two pictures (exterior and interior) show an army helmet but the paint looks awkward, however, this might be the photo?

Group of 4:
1. Top left - Japanese Army helmet in poor condition
2. Top right - Japanese Army helmet might be a re-paint or Thai re-issue
3. Bottom Left - Not a Japanese Army Helmet, could be civil defense or other nationality entirely (Swiss?)
4.Bottom Right - Japanese Army helmet, however, looks like a Thai re-issue. Note the rivet on the crown and what looks like additional holes or hardware. Paint color seems strange also.

Group of 3:
1. Top Left - Civil defense or other
2. Top right - I'm not sure
3. Bottom - Japanese Army Helmet

I would focus on the first helmet, #2 of Group 4, and #2 and #3 of Group 3. Number 2 of group 3 might be worthy of discussion as it might be early or just civil defense? Maybe get some more pictures for further advice. Best Regards, Zach

[Striking 9th]

I would like to see more pics of number 2 of group 3 also.

[Skullhead]

Interior shot of the early helmet, it has an anchor on the other side, not shown.

[Dean Brock]

Skullhead,
The helmet with the anchor is an extremely RARE early Japanese Navy Helmet used in the late 20's early 30's. Theres only one other known in the country and its in the John Egger collecton.

[zachb]

I knew that helmet with the leather chinstrap seemed familiar, wow. If you acquire it...well just remember who helped you out first.

[Skullhead]

Thank you guys very much for all of the info. I should have the helmet in hand within a week or so and will take some decent photo's of it.

[Skullhead]

The only pic I have of the emblem, I know it's a blurry...

[Striking 9th]

That is a beautiful helmet. There are no words I can think of to express how great this helmet is. I almost fell out of my chair when I saw it.
Scott

[FightenIrish35]

man id like to find estate sales like this one!!Good for you..congrats!!!

[Jareth]

Yes that's my holy grail of helmets! An amazing find!

[Josh Beckett]

I think you need to let me borrow some of your luck for the show of shows!!!

There are some pics I have seen of this helmet in use. I will post them if I find them.