Manchester Regiment Blue Cloth helmet- exchange?

[pjac]

I know there's a sales area on the site, but I can't find anywhere to raise possible exchange of items. so I'm posting here.

I have a Manchester Regt officer's Bluecloth helmet in very good condition, which I'd be willing to put into an exchange or part-exchange deal for other types of officer's headgear . Looking in particular for a visor type forage cap, an 1869 pattern line regt shako , or a Volunteer RA bluecloth. Must be in very good condition. Also willing to consider any other type of Victorian or Edwardian officer's headgear.

The body of the helmet is in perfect condition, and the gilt is still present, being particularly bright still to the plate and rosettes. Still has the velvet backed chin chain and perfect sweat band and silk liner. See photos.There are three neat small slits showing that another plate has been worn, but this is consistent with a QVC plate being carried previously. The reason I'm prepared to let this go is that I have a QVC Manchester's, and I thought I might find one of the things I'm looking for through an exchange, rather than looking to buy.

Please pm me if interested.

Patrick

[Mervyn Mitton]

Patrick - I suppose the Wanted section on the Auction site would be the closest. However, it is a lovely item and

adds interest to the this section. I hope you have a good response - will have a look and see if I have anything you may want . Mervyn

[pjac]

Thanks, Mervyn. Look forward to hearing if you have anything.

Patrick