1941 Darlington B.M.B (Briggs Motor Bodies Ltd, Dagenham). Dated 1941. Standard Pattern Tin Helmet. Painted black, 1948 Darlington Fire Brigade badge. This badge was "apparently" never used - although im sure this is proof!!
The previous owner has turned the helmet through 180 degrees and put the badge on the rear of the helmet. The outline of the NFS badge, and the number "2" for Darlington's Fire Force is visible on the original front (now rear) of the helmet also NFS khaki is showing through clearly in places.