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Cromwell Motorcycle Helmet, ACU Approved Pudding Basin Racing Helmet

$541.22
£395
€460.75
CA$741.33
A$824.52
CHF 430.54
MX$10,033.55
NOK 5,498.64
SEK 5,156.76
DKK 3,438.73
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About the Item

A.C.U approved Cromwell racing motorcycle crash helmet. A silver painted motorcycle, pudding basin shape helmet made in England by Cromwell. This helmet has a cork interior, fitted with a fabric headband and straps keeping a space between the head and outer case of the helmet. Strong leather neck and ear flaps are also fitted as is a chin strap and goggle strap to the rear. Inside the helmet is a cloth Cromwell trade label stating it conforms to A.C.U requirements, it has the British kite mark and is sized 7. This is an ACU (Auto-Cycle Union) approved racing helmet with the leather having the A.C.U perforation mark. A very good helmet in great condition, a fantastic display piece with approximately 57 cm internal circumference.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5.91 in (15 cm)Width: 8.08 in (20.5 cm)Depth: 9.85 in (25 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1960s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Wear consistent with age.
  • Seller Location:
    Oxfordshire, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 279681stDibs: LU975720007292

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