{"product_id":"wwi-british-tank-crew-splatter-mask-leather-chainmail-original-royal-tank-corps","title":"WWI British Tank Crew “Splatter Mask” – Leather \u0026 Chainmail – Original Royal Tank Corps","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal First World War British tank crew anti-splatter mask, dating to circa 1917–1918, used by early Royal Tank Corps crews during the introduction of armored warfare.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis iconic and increasingly scarce piece was designed to protect tank operators from spalling (metal fragments), shrapnel, and hot debris inside early British tanks when struck by enemy fire. The mask features a formed steel face plate wrapped in original brown leather, with horizontal slotted eye guards and a full chainmail curtain to shield the lower face and neck.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal WWI British issue tank crew mask\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSteel face plate with leather covering\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSlotted steel eye guards for visibility and protection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntact chainmail lower curtain (key value component)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSide attachment points and fittings present\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClassic “combat-used” patina with honest age and wear\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery good overall for a WWI piece. The leather retains strong character with expected wear and age toning. The chainmail skirt is intact and well-preserved, which is critical for collector value. Eye guards remain in place. Shows authentic field wear consistent with use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(No modern reproduction—this is a genuine period example.)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistorical Significance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmong the most recognizable artifacts of early armored warfare, these masks were issued to British tank crews operating in harsh and dangerous conditions on the Western Front. Due to their limited production and hard use, surviving originals are increasingly difficult to find, especially in this level of completeness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCollector Notes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHighly desirable WWI armored warfare item\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent display piece for military collections or museums\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStrong crossover appeal (WWI, armor, trench warfare, unusual gear)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFREE SHIPPING!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Whiskey Rebellion Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42824930885709,"sku":null,"price":2300.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0610\/9229\/8829\/files\/AB9A91E2-D3C4-4C10-99A8-47B517D69932.jpg?v=1774721394","url":"https:\/\/whiskeyrebellionantiques.com\/products\/wwi-british-tank-crew-splatter-mask-leather-chainmail-original-royal-tank-corps","provider":"Whiskey Rebellion Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}