Original French 19th Century Brass Fire Helmet Shell with Horsehair Comb - Casque de Pompier German Edged Weapons 50 Caliber

50 Caliber

of which a cylindrical shape was the most advantageous

as well as:

The barrel is an extra long 7 1/2" in length

As a Confederate destined weapon it should have the right hand side of the butt stamped with a roundel stating BIRMINGHAM SMALL ARMS TRADE

Original French 19th Century Brass Fire Helmet Shell with Horsehair Comb - Casque de Pompier German Edged Weapons 50 CaliberOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a fine complete example of an all original French brass Casque de Pompier (fire helmet) shell, with horsehair attached to the top comb. The helmet is missing the front plate, which would have identified the area it was used in, however it still has the movable front visor with the crossed fire axes, a definitely sign it is for fire brigade use. It has a lovely rigid brass chin strap, which was most likely