(with Soviet era goggles and oxygen masks) At one time after the collapse of the Soviet Union these items became available as a collector’s item but have now become almost extinct. The helmet is constructed of goatskin leather and most are chamois lined and it in fact is a close replica of the helmets used by the German Luftwaffe from which many of the features were copied. Regularly worn by Mig15 pilots in Korea and Mig17 pilots in Vietnam without any hardshell protection.. This helmet, goggles and oxygen mask combination represents a bygone era of propeller and early jet fighter aviation history. $475.00

Chinese people's Airforce early astronauts high altitude flight helmet complete brand new in its wood carrying case with mask, hose, electrics, everything. (Sold as collectors item only - For display only - DO NOT PUT ON OR PULL VISOR DOWN. KEEP AWAY FROM CHILDREN) 1200.00

ZSH-6 Helmet: This is a Soviet era very high altitude and early astronauts’ helmet. These helmets were worn by both Mig25 and Mig31 pilots whenever they were tasked to fly at high altitudes above 50,000 ft. They were part of a special helmet assembly. The helmet is configured for Mig25 and Mig 31 which flew routinely between 70,000 and 80,000 ft. first as a high altitude interceptors originally conceived and produced to shoot down the American B70 Valkyrie Mach 3 high altitude strategic bomber which was never put into production. The Russians then switched the mission of M25 and M31 to that of high altitude reconnaissance althougigh the Mig31 was still kept in service as a high altitude interceptor for the purpose of trying to shoot down the American SR71 reconnaissance aircraft which routinely flew above 80,000 ft. The helmet consists of an inner helmet liner which is a soft helmet reminiscent of World War II helmets with communications equipment and the outer helmet features electrically heated and hermetically sealed faceplate and shell. Similar to those worn by early astronauts. These helmets have become extremely rare although at one time these helmets were available with some degree of frequency. Sold as a collector‘s item only. Do not put on with visor down. Keep away from children. The helmet comes in its own wooden container complete with helmet bag and usually with original paper work. $975.00

Z99G008: Cold War Era Authentic Helmet:

Helmet Assembly Flyers ZSH3. This is a unique and seldom found item these days. This assembly consists of a hard shell helmet, pull down visor, with leather helmet liner and oxygen mask. Worn by Soviet Mig fighter pilots during the late 1950’s to 1970’s. This was also supplied extensively to North Vietnamese airforce pilots during the 1960’s. Although still functional it is a collector’s item and is sold as such. $595.00