Original Imperial Japanese Army WWII Type 98 Officers’ Sun Helmet - Rare Variant OPTIONS_HIDDEN_PRODUCT often leather scabbards were acquired

often leather scabbards were acquired as well as the metal ones for wear when not mounted

Obsoleted in 1895 after the adoption of the M-1891 Mosin-Nagant Rifle

The initial trigger pull on the Hythe snapped a photo

The enamel surfaces are perfect

The markings after the "RL 2" are stamped VERY faintly

Original Imperial Japanese Army WWII Type 98 Officers’ Sun Helmet - Rare Variant OPTIONS_HIDDEN_PRODUCT often leather scabbards were acquiredOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a lovely and unique variation of the Japanese sun helmet used during World War II. It is one often referred to as the officers pattern, but for reasons unknown. If you have ever seen the movie The Bridge on the River Kwai, you will notice Colonel Saito, the Prison Camp Commandant, wearing a variation of this type of sun helmet. Collectors will always name variations and types of examples they have seen in