United Kingdom. A First War Period Leather Flying Cap GTRexclude chipping evident on the exterior

chipping evident on the exterior

It was one of the principal American fighters in service when the United States entered combat

On a later patrol

the frog measuring 58 mm x 235 mm

United Kingdom. A First War Period Leather Flying Cap GTRexclude chipping evident on the exteriorA First War leather cap with felt interior, chin strap, evidence of wear, measures 22. 5 cm (w) x 27 cm (h), creased with wear to leather, remains in fine condition. Footnote: By the early 1900s, leather had become a popular choice for protective gear for flying helmets. Manufacturers of early flying helmets were Alfred Dunhill Ltd. and Gamages of London, England, and Roold in Paris.