Helmet, Mk III, British, FFL, 1944
Genuine WWII British Mk III helmet, complete with original liner and chinstrap. Shell has no markings visible. Liner is hallmarked FFL (Fisher Foil Ltd.) and dated 1944. Size 7 1/4.
Produced from 1943 onwards, the Mk III, offering a better enveloping shape than the Mk II, retains its predecessor's liner. It was not used in actual combat conditions before June 6, 1944: on D-Day, the 'Turtle' helmet was worn by British and Canadian units involved in the first wave of the amphibious landings.
The present helmet is complete and in good overall condition. The outer surface shows remnants of bottle green paint while initials FD have been stenciled at the rear.
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