Original Japanese WWII Tetsubo Army Combat Helmet with Complete Liner, Chinstrap, and Headband German Mauser 98k K98 typical of early production knives

typical of early production knives

The leather sweat band is still supple and complete

This is an early production model in that the horn is made of two parts and the brazed seam in the bell is quite evident

The leather sweatband

Original Japanese WWII Tetsubo Army Combat Helmet with Complete Liner, Chinstrap, and Headband German Mauser 98k K98 typical of early production knivesOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice combat used example of the classic of the Tetsubo, also colloquially called the tetsukabuto ("steel helmet") by troops. This helmet is in excellent original, untouched, condition. It comes with an original small banner that appears to have been used as a headband, tucked up inside the lining. Features include: Original 5 point metal star liner split pin on the front. Complete three tongue leather