Original U.S. WWI Aero Squadron Leather Flying Helmet by Spalding
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Original Item: Only One Available. This fantastic rare example of a genuine WWI Aviator flying helmet is made of a soft leather and retains its SPALDING tag on the interior. These are of the most sought-after WWI flight helmets.
Construction is brown leather chamois-lined flying helmet with buckle chinstrap, same style as a belt. Typical allied construction of the period with all snaps and buckles present; snaps are all period correct. The leather is crazing and cracking, but is still solid. There is no major damage to the helmet but unfortunately the interior lining is in very rough condition with material loss. Helmet is approximately 57/58cm ( U 7 1/4 a nice large size).
Aero Squadron flyer's were initially required to purchase their own flight equipment and Spalding was the foremost supplier of such gear. The largest maker of the "Protective flight helmet" was AG Spalding Company.
Offered in good service-used condition. Comes ready for further research and display.
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