Canada, Commonwealth. A RCAF Summer Flying Helmet, by Buffalo Cap & Neckwear Ltd. Auction with the original IC1

with the original IC1

flanked on each side by clusters of lightning bolts

40 mm (w) x 16

the reverse with a barrel hinge and flattened vertical pinback meeting a round wire catch

Canada, Commonwealth. A RCAF Summer Flying Helmet, by Buffalo Cap & Neckwear Ltd. Auction with the original IC1Produced by Buffalo Cap & Neckwear Ltd. of Winnipeg, Canada, this is breathable summer flying cap, size 4, similar to a British issue type E, manufactured in unlined tan cotton aertex and fitted with squat rubber carriers for the receivers. Two buckled straps and a central buckled strap at the back for goggle retention. Large felt covered ear 'donut' cushions inside. With a leather chin cup, secured via buckles on each side. Externally wired, albeit