Early 1900s Exeter City Police Male Constable\'s & Sergeant\'s 6 Panel Spike Top Helmet By Christys London With Helmet Plate Size 6 1/2. POL 408 Antique & Militaria

Early 1900s Exeter City Police Male Constable's & Sergeant's 6 Panel Spike Top Helmet By Christys London With Helmet Plate Size 6 1/2. POL 408 - POL 408

The ancient City of Exeter had their own Police Force from 1836 – 1966 when the Force amalgamated with the Devon & Cornwall Police. Police helmets were first issued in London in the 1860’s. Each Police Force had their own preference for style of protective headgear, balancing protective qualities and comfort for the wearer. Later Police helmets concentrated on protection however some early helmets were made of lightweight materials such as woven straw or cork. This is an excellent early 1900’s Exeter City Police 6 panel cork helmet. Our example has excellent finish to the blue cotton covering, vented spike top mount, patent leather brim and headband. The helmet is fitted with its original Exeter City white metal helmet plate. Inside it has its original leather sweat band. The sweat band is impressed by the manufacturer ‘Christys London’ cartouche & ‘Made In England’. The sweatband also has a size label ‘6 ½’. The price includes UK delivery. POL 408

£395.00