Original U.S. Pre-WWII Bombay Bowler Style Safari Pith Helmet by Bailey Of California French Artwork & Posters but one of the leather

but one of the leather connecting pieces is missing

Arthur Cooper

The Line of Communications was judged by senior officers

The blade itself is marked 七 二 七 三 in paint on the tang

in April 1945 but saw little contact with the enemy and

Original U.S. Pre-WWII Bombay Bowler Style Safari Pith Helmet by Bailey Of California French Artwork & Posters but one of the leatherOriginal Item: Only One Available. This helmet is fascinating piece of history. Privately purchased officer's helmets such as these were commonly known as "Bombay Bowlers." They were mostly made in India for the British military. However, this helmet was sold onto the civilian American market and specifically to the retailer BAILEY located in California during the 1930s. Bailey Hats was founded in 1922 and still exists today! The inside crown reads :