Original British WWII Bombay Bowler Pith Helmet with Hong Kong Maker Label Category_Receiver The division spent 163 days

The division spent 163 days in combat

Thousands died of malnutrition and disease

the nose wheel gear broke and the main landing gear on the left and tire were ripped up

This is a really nice honest example of the classic side arm that was actually used during the U

but is still mostly solid and attractive

Original British WWII Bombay Bowler Pith Helmet with Hong Kong Maker Label Category_Receiver The division spent 163 daysOriginal Item: Only One Available. This helmet is fascinating piece of military history. Privately purchased officer's helmets such as these were known as "Bombay Bowlers." They were mostly made in India, however the manufacturing was done by Chinese immigrants displaced by the war. Hong Kong was known to produce Sun Helmets, this example bears a Chinese script Hong Kong maker label for the Ling WAH factory. This helmet comes complete with canvas