November 25, 20214 yr #1 Used during the Border War period the Staldak of the Infantry of the Republic of South Africa (and the National serviceman) it is a licensed copy of the French M51 OTAN, made by C J Fuch Ltd. It has a few improvements to the chin strap and liner,this example is covered with hessian from an old sandbag then has a W.W.II netting helmet cover was then camo painted and a green South African nylon net applied over the top. a comparison with a 1950s French M51
November 25, 20214 yr #2 A fascinating topic, I have always been interested in the bush wars of South Africa as well as Portugal and Rhodesia. A very nice example you have there Mark! Scott
April 10, 20224 yr #3 Always thought these were so much cooler than the 87 Kevlar helmets that replaced them. Thanks for sharing
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