599 - France, rare Paris firefighter helmet, Model 1908. Rare Model 1908 helmet; in this year, the helmets were modified by removing all screws—the plate is held in place by a twist lock, and the plume holder is no longer permanently attached. Marked “Franck à Aubervilliers” on the neck guard, with serial number 224 preceded by a crossed-out digit. Beautiful plate featuring the coat of arms and motto of Paris; minor repair on the banner; the Legion of Honor insignia is missing beneath the coat of arms. Helmet liner and chin strap missing. Very fine condition. France, rare 1908 Paris firefighter helmet. Rare 1908 helmet, dating from the year when helmets were redesigned without screws; the plate is secured by a rotating catch, and the plume holder is no longer permanently attached. Marked “Franck à Aubervilliers” on the neck guard, with service number 224 preceded by a crossed-out digit. Fine plate bearing the coat of arms and motto of Paris; minor repair to the scroll; the Legion of Honor emblem is missing beneath the coat of arms. Liner and chinstrap missing. Very fine condition.