Black Fireman's Helmet c.1940 Cameras One of the posts has

One of the posts has split over time

MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES Coral

The rungs are inserted in simple bored out holes

which was fine if the hat was to be placed over a wig

Black Fireman's Helmet c.1940 Cameras One of the posts hasABOUT An authentic polyresin black fireman's helmet with leather shield. Hat mold sold separately. CREATOR Unknown. DATE OF MANUFACTURE c. 1940 1950. MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES Polyresin. CONDITION Good Wear consistent with age and use. DIMENSIONS H 7 in. W 14. 5 in. D 11. 30 in. HISTORY Helmet colors indicated rank or position in a specific brigade: White was reserved for Chief Engineers, black brims on white caps were worn by Fire Wardens, red helmets