WW2 SIEBE GORMAN 1939 DTD HOME FRONT, CIVIL DEFENCE / ARP ISSUE GAS MASK

This is the finest example I have ever seen !
These are around but usually in fair to poor condition.
This one by Siebe Gorman the famous maker of diving equipment and breathing apparatus.
the canister has all it's gold decals present and is1939 dated.Also has a " CD " stamp.
Rubber face profusely mkd. with dates, maker, ARP stamp, etc.
Dare I say, it's like the day it was made and comes with it's stout canvas bag of issue, again in top condition and c/w with a makers stamp,shoulder strap, original draw string, metal weight inside and anti dimming tin.
The lead weight is seldom still there and I presume was to help the bag keep it's shape ? Contained in inside pocket.
Also has the owners name and address in ink to the outside .
Check out the images.
Worth paying a bit extra for.
Excellent condition.

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