Original French WWI Model 1870 Enlisted Trooper’s Cuirassier Helmet with Horsehair Tail Martini-Henry Bayonets Here we have one of

Here we have one of the items recovered

though it does have some damage from use

however this example is still in the original smoothbore configuration

as well as some light oxidation in spots

and on fixed mounts

Original French WWI Model 1870 Enlisted Trooper’s Cuirassier Helmet with Horsehair Tail Martini-Henry Bayonets Here we have one ofOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a magnificent, unaltered example of a Model 1870 French Cuirassier Enlisted Trooper's Helmet from the World War I period. It has been recently discovered after spending decades hidden away in a private collection. The helmet is constructed from durable steel and adorned with exquisite brass fittings, which give it a regal appearance. A striking black horse hair tail adds to the helmet's majestic look. Despite