Description: Replica British Woollen Balaclava Helmet Balaclava helmet Despite its name the Balaclava was not a form of steel helmet but was in fact a knitted close fitting hood that was worn over head and neck with an open face. The Balaclava was on cold nights by soldiers either on Guard duty, stuck in a trench, sniping or night operations. It could be worn under the helmet or rolled up as a cap.Heavy ribbed designMade of woolKhaki colourOne size The balaclava gets it name from Soldiers who served in the Crimean War who had these knitted for them back home and sent out to keep out the bitter cold. The balaclava can be seen worn by soldiers in the South African Boar War, the First World War and the Second World war. If you have any questions then please ask. More About Us Please visit our ebay shop. Soldier of Fortune have been selling Militaria for over 30 years and selling online for 15 years. We cater to Re-enactors and collectors of period equipment as well as modern equipment.
Price: 20.99 GBP
Location: Corwen
End Time: 2025-01-20T15:25:02.000Z
Shipping Cost: 15.04 GBP
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Return postage will be paid by: Buyer
Returns Accepted: Returns Accepted
After receiving the item, your buyer should cancel the purchase within: 30 days
Type: Uniform/ Clothing
Clothing Type: Helmets/ Hats
Era: 1945-Present
Conflict: World War II (1939-1945)
Service: Army
Country/ Organization: Great Britain
