Description
This sun hat is a replica of the Zulu War type British Pith Helmet. Also known as the Colonial Pattern helmet. These were widely adopted in the British Empire during the mid-late 19th century. Troops would dye their helmets with tea or cover it in mud as a make-shift camouflage. This initiated the issue of a khaki pith helmet for use in tropical environments.
Constructed from pith (Hart Wood) trees grown in the northern part of Vietnam, this is what makes it strong and protective and at the same time lightweight and comfortable.
Furthermore, the absorbing property of this natural material provided the bonus feature of allowing the wearer to immerse the hat in water keeping him or her cool during evaporation. When dry, the helmet does not lose its stiffness or shape.
Has adjustable head band and chin strap. Fits small (size 7) and adjusts to fit X large (size 7 3/4)
Features:
- Hand made in Vietnam
- Adjustable chin strap
- Adjustable hook & loop interior
- Lightweight construction
Sizing: Adjustable headband will fit most heads
Weight: 0.3kg
Colour: White
Condition: New - Commercial New Product (Non-Military issue). If you want more information on our condition ratings, check out our condition guide
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Reviews
- JEjeremy e.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars1 week agoHeroes of Rorke’s Drift
This Pith helmet is just perfect from the Zulu wars.
Purchased as the final part of my fancy dress outfit to a Queen Victoria dinner party as a South Wales Borderer soldier who fought the Zulus in 1879.
Well made and so authentic !!
- KGKim G.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars1 month agoPith helmet
Great helmet well made👍
- KKaidenRated 2 out of 5 stars1 month agoPoor replica, even the shape is off.
A decent reproduction would be a little bit more narrow, the band would be lower, the chinstrap would be made so the buckle doesn’t face your neck, and for the 1870’s and 1880’s the beak of the rim would be rounded. I got one similar to this, and it isn’t very accurate in shape. Not to mention the back of the rim should be a little longer. But what can you do when accurate Foreign Service helmets are rare these days. Sucks for me, might as well give up on the uniform since the rare accurate reproductions are too few and 170 bucks a piece.
A&Army & Outdoors1 month agoHi Kaiden,
Thank you for taking the time to share such detailed feedback about the British White Replica Pith Helmet.
We're sorry to hear that the helmet didn't meet your expectations regarding historical accuracy and we appreciate you pointing out the specific details that could be improved - from the width and band placement to the rim shape and chinstrap configuration.
While this replica is designed to be an affordable alternative to original pieces, we understand your disappointment with the accuracy of the design elements. Your detailed observations will be valuable in helping us evaluate our product specifications with our suppliers.
We truly value feedback from knowledgeable customers like yourself as it helps us understand where our reproduction items can be improved.
- FSFraser S.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars3 months agoPith Helmet
Brilliant quality
- MWMurray W.Rated 5 out of 5 stars1 year ago5 Stars
Brilliant. Great fit and historically accurate. Fast professional service. Couldn't be happier.
