Description
It has been repainted but we are able to make out the original labels that read Registered
1945 the 17th Airborne Division was shipped home and deactivated
Just a few specks of oxidation
The cylinder is secured in the bag by a braided string
Original Imperial Japanese Army WWII Type 98 Sun Pith Helmet - dated 1943 Antique Remingtons It has been repainted butOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very good condition original WWII Japanese Army type 98 tropical sun pith helmet. It still retains a wonderful form with internal bamboo wicker construction. Comes with original pentagonal bevo style cloth embroidered army star insignia to the front. Helmet has part of the original suspension system and original chinstrap. This example is well marked with original labels inside bearing Japanese kanji