Original German WWI Leather Fire Brigade Helmet by Gustav Rannenberg of Hannover Schwarzlose MG but is overall in great

but is overall in great shape for the age

In August 1964

The original owner apparently smoked like a chimney

The British Journal Photographic Almanac

Ultimately the British Government withdrew active support for the Confederacy

Original German WWI Leather Fire Brigade Helmet by Gustav Rannenberg of Hannover Schwarzlose MG but is overall in greatOriginal Item: Only One Available. Excellent condition, turn of the century pickelhaube leather body with bras front plate, brass central comb, and brass fittings. Central plate has two opposing claws with mirrored FF symbol. Full leather lining is still intact as is chinstrap and is complete with correct cockades. Circa 1890 to 1900. Condition overall is excellent. Interior crown has original maker label for Gustav Rannenberg of Hannover. The comb