1930s Soviet 'Stakhanovka' Miner's Helmet army surplus with fur sewn on

with fur sewn on

including four on the sleeves

SIZE 53 x 28 cm / 20

The male model is ≈178 cm tall and weighs ≈67 kg

almost rigid

1930s Soviet 'Stakhanovka' Miner's Helmet army surplus with fur sewn onCirca 1930s Soviet miners helmet known as the Stakhanovka, or Turtle, for its low, layered shell. Formed from moulded fibrea pressed paper and cardboard compositewith the overlapping sections bound by metal wire. Severe age and use remain across the surface: glossy abrasion, dark staining and areas where the black finish has worn through to the brown fibre beneath. Please do not expect the garment to be new or in perfect condition; there may be minor