Lot 760
British "Baxter, Woodhouse and Taylor" (Type "E") Partial Pressure Suit Helmet. This rare, white helmet is complete with clear visor, and sun visor. The ID label on the nylon skirt reads: "Taylor Pressure Helmet / Type "E"/ No. 698/ Bladder No. 1074B". There appears to be some rubber deterioration, but a scarce helmet to find here in the States. There is a "Taylor" Co. label on the helmet reverse.
ALSO included are a white cloth visor cover, cleaning rag, and two neck collars (one rather battered). There is also an "Anti-Mistant" bottle issued by the military.
The helmet comes in a fitted brown fiberboard "snap lock" case with a label that reads: ""Taylor Pressure Helmet / Ref. 22C/2096 / Serial No. 698 / Date Fitted: 1/12/74 / Name Egerton, R. W. / Unit: "79th Tac. Fgt Squad". The case has a built in helmet stand to hold the helmet secure.
Estimated Value $1,500 - 2,500.
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| Realized $2,300 |
