WW2 RAF RCAF Royal Canadian Air Force Pilots Summer Flying Helmet, MKIII Goggles
Item History & Price
Reference Number: Avaluer:25141953 |
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Up for auction is a beautiful WW2 R.C.A.F. (Royal Canadian Air Force) Summer flying helmet, with WW2 R.C.A.F. Mark 3 (MKIII) flying goggles (Both the helmet and goggles were purchased together.) The helmet itself is in great condition, with a light material construction for summer wear, original straps on reverse, buttons and ear pieces design to fit wiring (no chinstrap was included with this helmet.) One of the two bakelite/rubber ear pieces comes off and fits back into the side section, while the other one remains fixed in. Some wear from age can be seen on the chinstrap buttons and can be cleaned, I have left this for the winning bidder to decide. The interior of the helmet is in good condition with no major damage, and two nice makers tags. The first reads: "Buffalo Cap & Neckwear Ltd Winnipeg. Can." and the other reads: "Buffalo Neck Ltd. Size 4". A nice worn purple "C->" can be partially seen on the interior of the cap. This helmet can be seen displayed on page 226 of the excellent reference "Vintage Flying Helmets: Aviation Headgear Before the Jet Age" by Mick. J. Prodger.
This helmet was purchased with goggles attached, and I have decided to sell them together as they were found. The goggles are a nice Mark 3 (MKIII) variation, and appear in good worn condition, complete with working strap, complete eye pieces and quality leather. The goggles are nicely marked on the strap: "R.C.A.F 22/897 C.C.B. 1942" indicating wartime 1942 R.C.A.F. issue with the correct markings for MKIII goggles. Although unnamed, these were purchased in Southern Alberta and were likely used during the various Training programs in Lethbridge and Medicine hat during the Second World War, where Canadian and Commonwealth forces trained before going overseas.
A beautiful R.C.A.F. summer helmet and MKIII goggle pair that are both rare pieces by themselves, these would look wonderful on display in any rare WW2 headgear or R.A.F./R.C.A.F. Airforce collection.
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