Original Swiss WWI Shako Helmet Marked to the 28th Infantry Battalion Martini-Henry Accessories to May 1864

to May 1864

Crossed Rhine at Mannheim and advanced through central Germany to Austria

With potable fluids being such an essential item for an individuals well-being the mountain troops/medical canteen must be considered as a very important piece of kit

The handguard retention ring was tapered to make it easier to install and uninstall the handguards

Here we have a lovely set of two particularly nice Dervish Arm Daggers

Original Swiss WWI Shako Helmet Marked to the 28th Infantry Battalion Martini-Henry Accessories to May 1864Original Item: Only One Available. This is a nice WWI Era Swiss Army Shako Leather Helmet, with all the correct cockades and insignia. It is made of pressed felt over a leather shell, with black leather front and rear visors, and black leather trim. The front of the helmet has a "Crossed Rifles" badge indicating infantry issue, and below this is 28 between stars, which marks it to the 28th Infantry Battalion. The helmet is in good condition, though it