Original U.S. WWII D-Day Army 10 Cap Blasting Machine by Fidelity Elec. Co. - Demolition Team Headgear There is also a bit

There is also a bit of the "Lion" logo above the markings visible

The thin brass shell likely did not survive being removed in a condition that would be acceptable to be reattached

in summer Khaki issue color is in worn but nice condition with the iconic crush shape

It has the early pattern slanted pockets

The Pilotenabzeichen (Pilot's Badge) of the former Luftwaffe had been instituted by Hermann Göring on 12 August 1935

Original U.S. WWII D-Day Army 10 Cap Blasting Machine by Fidelity Elec. Co. - Demolition Team Headgear There is also a bitOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is an original WWII Era 10 Cap Blasting Machine, complete with the original handle. These were used by demolition crews on D day to destroy the many obstacles on French beaches that had been set up during years of German occupation. This particular example has a brass lower housing, with a lid that appears to be zinc or aluminum, with a data plate on the side with information and instructions. The Data plate