Bronze Age Gold from Wales

Motorcycle helmet

Slazenger Sykes (Manufacturer)

Dark brown leather motorbike helmet used by Percy Reginald Thomas Luckham, who during the Second world War was employed as a policeman guarding Swansea Docks. Wool lined with maker's label at back (inside) with peak and buckle for fastening at front.

Collection Area

Industry

Item Number

1993.255/2

Historical Associations

Association Type: Place name
Date: 1940s
Place: Swansea Docks

Creation/Production

Role: Manufacturer

Acquisition

donation, 4/8/1993

Measurements

Length (mm): 220
Width (mm): 380

Material

Leather
Metal
Wool

Classification

clothing health and safety
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