Cromwell Dispatch Riders Helmet

[Rabaul]

I occasionally see pre-war cork pudding basin helmets (the tall ones) with the commercial 'Protective Cromwell Head wear ' label inside being sold as Dispatch Riders Helmet. We're these ever officially used by the WD or are the examples just green painted civilian helmets?

[M.E.E.]

Yes they were used from 1939 until the introduction of the HSDR in 1942. If I remember correct they were only issued for use in Britain (MkII being issued for combat). I know that Canadian made cork helmets were used in Canada only and not shipped with troops to Britain.

[Rabaul]

Thanks, I just took the plunge and got one.

[Rescue190]

Thanks, I just took the plunge and got one.

Let's see some pictures.
John

[Rabaul]

Give me a month or so and I will. Will be travelling when it arrives.