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Cairns & Brothers "Lieut. KJC" Metal and Leather Firefighting Helmet, 1950s
Item Details
Item Type | Firefighting Helmet |
Materials | Metal, Leather |
Public Service | Firefighting |
Brand | Cairns & Brothers |
Period | Mid-20th Century, Vintage |
Date | circa 1950s |
Additional Information | This vintage firefighting helmet had been on display in a Fire Museum for many years.. |
Condition
- paint chipping and loss; discoloration; indentation to the brim and crown of the helmet; embedded residue; scratches and embedded residue; scuffs to the leather front identification shield; oxidation to the affixed finial to the helmet; the Cairns & Brothers maker’s metal name plate and paper size tag is present to the interior; the inner lining is attached but shows wear and stains; no chin strap; additions or alteration to this vintage firefighting helmet may exist.
Dimensions
11.5" W x 7.0" H x 14.5" D
- measures the helmet.
Item #
ITMGC31467