Original British Rose Top Bobby Police Helmet from the Avon & Somerset Constabulary Gahendra Martini Rifles & Parts and a left side cargo

and a left side cargo pocket

Original Item: Carrier is very well made of heavy leather and includes a shoulder strap and various attaching devices

Kepi dates from the 1860s and still retains the original cloth lining showing a London makers name with address (faint)

5" mounted on a wood shaft of just over 38" in overall length

- 11 original photos (most are front line shots) and many are marked on the back

Original British Rose Top Bobby Police Helmet from the Avon & Somerset Constabulary Gahendra Martini Rifles & Parts and a left side cargoOriginal Item: One Only. Dating to the 1950s or 1960s, this is the "Old style" Bobby helmet using the "ROSE" top mount, which was later replaced by the Comb top mount. This helmet, which unfortunately has lost its chin strap, is lined in cork, now with much missing, on the interior to combat the summer heat. It retains its original faux leather type head band and canvas suspension straps. It also displays the Manufacturer's details inside: CUSTODIAN