Obviously no matter how many pictures I post in this thread or other threads some people won't change thier minds about short cords. Compare the hanger doors in the background. Everything about the picture points to being wartime, LKp-N101, Schwimmveste & Bf-110. Who used Bf-110's post war? As far as I can tell it's "no one". I believe Francois wanted to see his shoes.?????????????? Mechanic, janitor, pilot, secretary, does it really matter what they are. It still shows a short cord helmet. They apparently existed. Regards, Mike