Greetings all,
Some years ago my son was seeking a Britishicon or Commonwealth Mk2 helmet to add to his collection, He showed me a helmet the owner was selling, but, alas, it was Belgian with US style chinstrap. He was disappointed.
A short time ago I was in my favorite LAS and saw this Mk2 with camouflage net. The inside had all the correct stuff for a British Mk2, correct chinstrap (named "TAYLOR"). Correct helmet stamps d.S.S. I 19??(hidden by chinstrap attachment. Correct liner stamps 7 W.L. 1940.
However, I was surprised by the color of the helmet. It was not repainted but had the original factory paint inside and out. I t was not Olive Drab but a greyish green color as you will see in photos. I've been doing some research but, before I present what evidence I have found, I am interested in your opinions

BEAR
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