Original French WWI Service Worn Model 1915 Adrian Helmet in Horizon Blue with RF Badge Schwarzlose MG Although it is possible that

Although it is possible that they were unmarked British Manufacture which the Nepalese then made their own

The very early date of 1867 would indicate a possible French contract perhaps because of the increasing problems the French and the Prussians were experiencing which of course led to the Franco-Prussian War of 1870-71

While the full length rifle versions of these service weapons used socket bayonets

The 600th Bomb Squadron was part of the 398th Bombardment Group

"You need not have several guns since you can buy interchangeable barrels for your Maynard action

Original French WWI Service Worn Model 1915 Adrian Helmet in Horizon Blue with RF Badge Schwarzlose MG Although it is possible thatOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a nice example of a genuine World War I M1915 French Army "Adrian" steel helmet, which looks to have seen long service. The helmet retains the original "dark horizon blue" paint on both the interior and exterior, with the expected chipping and oxidation from age and use. There is a large area of paint missing on the front left side. The front of the helmet still has its original French "Flaming Bomb" badge.