British Household Cavalry Helmet: Red (Horse Guard) Hand Select:Yes These are seldom encountered for

These are seldom encountered for private purchase as the British Government discourages sales of police surplus and normally require all helmets to be destroyed

Water repellant so these were a welcome accessory in bad weather

In 1938 Finland became very concerned with Stalin's Soviet expansionism and turned to Great Britain and France for support

Now withdrawn from Government sale

The change in the factory designated name and marking had to do with the fact that the company names changed

British Household Cavalry Helmet: Red (Horse Guard) Hand Select:Yes These are seldom encountered forOriginal Item: Imported from England, these are the Other Ranks (enlisted man's) Parade Helmets in almost unissued or refurbished condition. Complete with chin straps and horse hair plumes which do show some use. No sizing available; but comes with adjustable liner. Wonderful display items. Very Few Available. Red Plume.