Original Imperial Japanese WWII Gas Mask with Filter and Paper Label - Dated 1943 British Awards Medals Badges Insignia This a a very rare

This a a very rare navigational instrument used on American bombers in WWII

They were airlifted by C-47 aircraft of the 317th Troop Carrier Group

Democrat James K

It measures approximately 12 1/2 inches long

The helmet was partially ground dug by its appearance

Original Imperial Japanese WWII Gas Mask with Filter and Paper Label - Dated 1943 British Awards Medals Badges Insignia This a a very rareOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very good, near excellent condition genuine WWII issue Japanese rubberized face mask, with metal rimmed lenses. The filter can has a wonderful paper label with instructions still attached. There are also markings stamped into the top of the can, one of which is 1 8, for the 18th year of the Showa era, or 1943. There is also a maker mark. The rubberized canvas mask is still fully intact, but it is stiff.