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THBEJ Willis Style 3 Cast Iron SNEAD Shallow Water Helmet
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448 S. Pattie Ave
Wichita, KS 67211
United States
Nation’s Attic Incorporated is located in Wichita, KS. As a full time business we offer expert factory correct restoration & repair services for antique slot machines made from the 1880’s to 1950. Only dealing in authentic examples of antique slot machines, we are one of the few remaining full time ...Read more
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LiveDec 4, 2021
Nation's Attic Inc invites you to explore our Diving Into History auction for winter 2021. As always, all items are authentic, including the antique diving helmets. All diving helmet come with a detailed COA. Bid with confidence, this is our 16th year in business! Nation's Attic Inc. helmets@nationsattic.com
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One of the few companies other than Miller Dunn to make a commercially successful shallow water diving helmet was the EJ Willis Company. They were located in New York and supplied a large assortment of equipment and helmets to the diving industry. Starting around 1933 EJ Willis had the Snead Company located in Jersey City, New Jersey produce a cast iron shallow water helmet for them. The helmets had the Snead Company name on them, therefor now commonly known as Snead helmets. The Snead Company’s primary business was the manufacturer of high-end architectural castings for use inside and out of buildings. All of their helmets are similar in design and made of a cast iron with a single-window. The last model, Style 4 was made of bronze.
This specific helmet is the 3rd style of helmet Willis would produce. Made of solid cast iron the helmets weighs approximately 65 pounds. A large curved window on the front allows the diver a good field of vision. The design of the helmet is simplistic and allow for use by almost everyone. A simple air hose fitting located at the upper back of the helmet is the extent of its mechanical function. Once the user enters the water, the buoyancy allows the helmet to rest comfortably on the shoulders while excess air exits around the lower edges. If in the event of an emergency, the user simply leans forward, allow the helmet to fall off and the diver then goes to the surface. A simple and effective design.
This helmet is a beautifully restored condition. A very durable yellow paint has been applied to the inside and outside. A new acrylic window has been installed along with brass screws holding the inner window frame in. There are some minor blemishes to the paint from simple handling. No mater where you have this helmet, it is sure to attract attention!
Shallow water helmets are a wonderful part of diving history. This classic piece dating to the Great Depression has always been collectible and fun to use once properly tested. The Style 3 also makes for a great display piece in any collection. As long as they are not dropped on a concrete floor, these helmets are virtually indestructible!
All helmets sold & auctioned by Nation’s Attic Inc. will come with a certificate of authenticity (COA). This COA will have a serial # on it that will match the # on a tamperproof holographic decal placed on the inside of the helmet. This level of security and long-term assurance of the helmets authenticity is un-matched in the industry and very important to us.
All items will be shipped with a signature required upon delivery and full insurance either via FedEx or the USPS Priority Mail. Worldwide shipping is available; however, no ocean freight will be offered on large items. DHL express is an option for international shipments under 600 pounds via air. A shipping quote prior to the auction can be provided by emailing your postal code. - Shipping Info
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