Original Imperial Japanese Army WWII Type 98 Sun Pith Helmet - dated 1943 Japanese Marines though we have not researched

though we have not researched the markings

and was repaired with silver paint

The original chin strap is unfortunately missing

which gives the specification numbers

Original Imperial Japanese Army WWII Type 98 Sun Pith Helmet - dated 1943 Japanese Marines though we have not researchedOriginal 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