Original U.S. WWI Era Private Purchase Aero Squadron Leather Flying Helmet U.S. Helmets/Hats The rear sight appears to

The rear sight appears to still be for a rifle

though the chamber marking is worn

and this is very well retained

Boyt expanded its line of leather products for the first time during World War I

Original U.S. WWI Era Private Purchase Aero Squadron Leather Flying Helmet U.S. Helmets/Hats The rear sight appears toOriginal Item: Only One Available. This fantastic rare example of a genuine WWI Aviator flying helmet is made of a soft leather with period wear. This example is not maker marked but has correct period construction and retains the chinstrap. Construction is brown leather felt lined flying helmet with buckle chinstrap, same style as a belt. Typical allied construction of the period with all snaps and buckles present; snaps are all period correct. The