WW1 Tank Crew ‘Splatter” Mask

During the war it protected the Tankers face from Metal ‘Splatter’ caused by impacts on the tank

Constructed from steel plate covered in leather, hand sewn, with slotted eyepieces for protection as well as visibility.

The bottom is fitted with a chainmail mouth and chin guard, secured to larger rings on the “mask” and also hanging down from the sides.

Secured to the tanker’s head by two cotton tie straps located to the rear of the neck

It was given the classic British War Office nomenclature description of ‘Goggles, Steel, with chain mail for use in Tanks’.

This is for ornamental use only it will not provide ballistic protection

Expertly Handcrafted Replica

This product is not to be used other than for collecting purposes.