Description
Designed: 1863
Barrel Length: 19 1/2 inches
depending on the whim of the purchaser and regulations of his unit
which shows fading and staining on the interior from use and subsequent cleaning
The "cut" tang of the blade
Original Imperial Japanese Army WWII Type 98 Sun Pith Helmet - Dated 1943 - Excellent Original Machine Gun Part Sets Designed: 1863Original 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, which is in impeccable condition. The helmet has the original suspension system and original chinstrap. This example is well marked with original labels inside