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| The '''custodian helmet''' is the correct name for the style of ] worn by ] ]s. It is the traditional headgear of the "bobby on the beat" but has fallen out of favour due to questiosn over practicality and effectiveness. | The '''custodian helmet''' is the correct name for the style of ] worn by ] ]s. It is the traditional headgear of the "bobby on the beat" but has fallen out of favour due to questiosn over practicality and effectiveness. | ||
| The helmet is traditionally made of ] covered outside by felt or serge like material that matches the tunic. Inside the brim is faced with a plain material and a leather |
The helmet is traditionally made of ] covered outside by felt or serge like material that matches the tunic. Inside the brim is faced with a plain material and a leather head band adjusts the fit. A thin chin strap is all that keeps it on though a more secure fitting was developed to keep the helmet on when it was used in riot control situations before specialist helmets were adopted. | ||
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The custodian helmet is the correct name for the style of helmet worn by British police officers. It is the traditional headgear of the "bobby on the beat" but has fallen out of favour due to questiosn over practicality and effectiveness.
The helmet is traditionally made of cork covered outside by felt or serge like material that matches the tunic. Inside the brim is faced with a plain material and a leather head band adjusts the fit. A thin chin strap is all that keeps it on though a more secure fitting was developed to keep the helmet on when it was used in riot control situations before specialist helmets were adopted.
