Helmet, Firefighter's
Helmet, Firefighter's
Helmet, Firefighter's

Helmet, Firefighter's

Object number2014.69.7
Date2014
MediumLeather/Metal/Plastic/Fabric/Ink/Paper/Nylon/Velcro
Credit LineGift of Mine Safety Appliances Company
DescriptionLeather fire helmet.Dimensions12.5 x 11.5 x 15.25 in. (31.8 x 29.2 x 38.7 cm)
MarksPlastic eye shields at front of helmet are covered in protective white plastic with red text including the "BAYER" logo and instructions in Spanish.

Rectangular white adhesive label on underside of brim at back has red and black text including "NEW YORKER / N5A", "Cairns HELMETS / MSA Fire Service Products MSA", and safety/warning instructions.
Historical NotesN5A New Yorker leather fire helmet made by Cairns Helmets. The company began making fire helmets in 1836 and was purchased by Mine Safety Appliances in 2000. The New Yorker style was the first style made by the company.
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