Late war IJN helmet with painted anchor

[Michael Downey]

The size large stamp is found on many navy helmets. Painted size mark is IJA.

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Many thanks for clarifying the use of the dai stamp on IJN helmets.

[NARVIK1940]

Good observation, Michael. Thanks for getting that clarified.

[RussellM]

Great looking helmet with an interesting aspect!

Jareth, do you have a white stencilled example that we could see?

Regards

Russ

[NARVIK1940]

Late war IJN helmet with painted anchor

Interesting that it has the key ring style chinstrap keepers. They are original to the helmet it would appear. Really late features all around for this type for it to have those keepers. Is the rear ring the key ring style?

Scott: as we discussed last night, yes the rear chinstrap keeper is the same key ring type. Thanks also for the info indicating that the straps are made of silk and not rayon. It makes sense given the texture.

[Jareth]

Russ, no white stencil yet. I know where there is an incredible, documented grouping that has white anchor helmet in it. Working on it

[Striking 9th]

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Many thanks for clarifying the use of the dai stamp on IJN helmets.

My pleasure Michael. Hope your doing well.
Regards, Scott