Original Japanese WWII Painted "Kamikaze" Hachimaki Headband with Rising Sun Flag Japanese Navy Original markings on the barrel

Original markings on the barrel are present

The spike tip of the pickelhaube appears worn down but otherwise it’s in great shape

1981 and 1983 contract scabbards are marked slightly differently

We can still see the cutting marks in the grooves

Original Japanese WWII Painted "Kamikaze" Hachimaki Headband with Rising Sun Flag Japanese Navy Original markings on the barrelOriginal Item: Only One Available. A hachimaki () is a Japanese headband, usually made of red or white cloth, typically featuring a design of kanji at the front. It is worn as a symbol of effort or courage by the wearer, especially by those in the military, or to simply keep sweat off one's face. During the WWII Period, these were worn by all manner of workers supporting the war effort, as well as by soldiers involved in it. They were also famously