Tony Posted November 10, 2014 Share Posted November 10, 2014 Hello Brian, The type D was approved in July 1916 and as the paperwork regarding changes is dated Aug. 1916, mentioning the fitting of a rim around the brim (see attachment) but not mentioning the rubber ring, I’d have a guess at it being the first mass manufactured helmet (I believe the rubber ring was introduced mid 1917) – they call it the Brodie Helmet Service Steel Helmet and is obviously a modified version of the Type B (and C? Which I haven’t heard of). MKI isn’t mentioned, perhaps it wasn’t strictly/officially called a MKI until the MKII came along? PM me your email and I’ll send you a copy of the instructions for the manufacture and testing of helmets which was passed on to the US, allowing them to make their own version after they entered the war. Tony Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geraldryan Posted November 10, 2014 Share Posted November 10, 2014 My Brodie, Personal purchase of Major General Henry Hugh Tudor who commanded 9th Scottish Div in the later part of WW1 also "Chief of Police Ireland" 1919-22. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geraldryan Posted November 10, 2014 Share Posted November 10, 2014 Additional photos of Gen Tudors Brodie. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robin Lumsden Posted November 10, 2014 Share Posted November 10, 2014 That 'Tudor' helmet ................ with German-inspired camouflage pattern ................... is a truly wonderful thing !!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Wolfe Posted November 10, 2014 Share Posted November 10, 2014 Hi Tony, PM sent, thank you very much. Regards Brian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jerry B Posted November 10, 2014 Share Posted November 10, 2014 Hello Brian, The type D was approved in July 1916 and as the paperwork regarding changes is dated Aug. 1916, mentioning the fitting of a rim around the brim (see attachment) but not mentioning the rubber ring, I’d have a guess at it being the first mass manufactured helmet (I believe the rubber ring was introduced mid 1917) – they call it the Brodie Helmet Service Steel Helmet and is obviously a modified version of the Type B (and C? Which I haven’t heard of). MKI isn’t mentioned, perhaps it wasn’t strictly/officially called a MKI until the MKII came along? PM me your email and I’ll send you a copy of the instructions for the manufacture and testing of helmets which was passed on to the US, allowing them to make their own version after they entered the war. Tony This seems to support the supposition that the first rimmed types that at some stage come to be known as MKI's were also originally known as Brodie type D's. A wonderful piece of detective work and great to see this. Well done Tony. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jerry B Posted November 10, 2014 Share Posted November 10, 2014 My Brodie, Personal purchase of Major General Henry Hugh Tudor who commanded 9th Scottish Div in the later part of WW1 also "Chief of Police Ireland" 1919-22. Superb helmet and great with the known history of its former owner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geraldryan Posted November 10, 2014 Share Posted November 10, 2014 Cheers Gerry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Posted November 11, 2014 Share Posted November 11, 2014 Gerald, that has to be an extremely rare helmet, not because of whose it was, but because it's badged, camouflaged and private purchase. Jerry, not my detective work. If you'd like a copy of the papers too send me your email. Tony Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pjac Posted November 28, 2014 Share Posted November 28, 2014 If you like these helmets (whatever they're called), there are a number for sale on CSmilitaria website. Patrick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peter monahan Posted November 29, 2014 Share Posted November 29, 2014 (edited) Among the WWI reenactors with whom I associate - I blame it on a troubled youth - 'Brodie' is generally understood to refer to the rimless originals, but, as suggested, in conversation is more widely applied to any tin bowler of the Great War period. There: I've made absolutely now real contribution to the forum but have added another post to my count. [Oops, outside voice! Damn that filter slipping again!] Edited November 29, 2014 by peter monahan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dante Posted October 8, 2016 Share Posted October 8, 2016 Great information, can anyone identify this Brodie, many thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Wolfe Posted October 8, 2016 Share Posted October 8, 2016 Looks to be post WWI, so WWII perhaps, but that's about all I can tell. I have actually posted this reply mainly to bring your post to keep it current with the hope someone with more knowledge will see it and help you out. Regards Brian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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