A flatbed sewing machine is used to make up the leather head panels and the cotton lining which are then sewn together as one garment.
Air holes are punched through the side sections and a securing press stud put in plus metal eyelets around the air holes and the last press studs are added
The air cover flaps ,the chin strap and goggle elastic strap loop are made up separately with the press studs and strap buckle attached
The ear cover flaps and the chin strap are sewn to the outside of the head panels and the strap loop sewn to back head panel.
A final check is made to the ensure alignment of all the press stud fittings.

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A flatbed sewing machine is used to make up the leather head panels and the cotton lining which are then sewn together as one garment.
Air holes are punched through the side sections and a securing press stud put in plus metal eyelets around the air holes and the last press studs are added
The air cover flaps ,the chin strap and goggle elastic strap loop are made up separately with the press studs and strap buckle attached
The ear cover flaps and the chin strap are sewn to the outside of the head panels and the strap loop sewn to back head panel.
A final check is made to the ensure alignment of all the press stud fittings.

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Polycarbonate lenses became available with the development of plastics and are widely used now but we are able to offer polycarbonate or glass lenses in our range of Mark 49 goggles for the discerning enthusiast .

All of our Mark goggles are manufactured at our factory in Hertford where we carry out thirteen different stamping and pressing stages to make the frames and a further fifteen operations are required to produce ancillary items ,lens holders , air ventilation and adjustment components , headband straps and the final plating or painting processes.

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Polycarbonate lenses became available with the development of plastics and are widely used now but we are able to offer polycarbonate or glass lenses in our range of Mark 49 goggles for the discerning enthusiast .

All of our Mark goggles are manufactured at our factory in Hertford where we carry out thirteen different stamping and pressing stages to make the frames and a further fifteen operations are required to produce ancillary items ,lens holders , air ventilation and adjustment components , headband straps and the final plating or painting processes.

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Polycarbonate lenses became available with the development of plastics and are widely used now but we are able to offer polycarbonate or glass lenses in our range of Mark 49 goggles for the discerning enthusiast .

All of our Mark goggles are manufactured at our factory in Hertford where we carry out thirteen different stamping and pressing stages to make the frames and a further fifteen operations are required to produce ancillary items ,lens holders , air ventilation and adjustment components , headband straps and the final plating or painting processes.

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Polycarbonate lenses became available with the development of plastics and are widely used now but we are able to offer polycarbonate or glass lenses in our range of Mark 49 goggles for the discerning enthusiast .

All of our Mark goggles are manufactured at our factory in Hertford where we carry out thirteen different stamping and pressing stages to make the frames and a further fifteen operations are required to produce ancillary items ,lens holders , air ventilation and adjustment components , headband straps and the final plating or painting processes.

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Polycarbonate lenses became available with the development of plastics and are widely used now but we are able to offer polycarbonate or glass lenses in our range of Mark 49 goggles for the discerning enthusiast .

All of our Mark goggles are manufactured at our factory in Hertford where we carry out thirteen different stamping and pressing stages to make the frames and a further fifteen operations are required to produce ancillary items ,lens holders , air ventilation and adjustment components , headband straps and the final plating or painting processes.

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Many open top motor car drivers , motor cyclists and of course RAF fliers adopted these preferred eye protectors.

Polycarbonate lenses became available with the development of plastics and are widely used now but we are able to offer polycarbonate or glass lenses in our range of Mark 49 goggles for the discerning enthusiast .

All of our Mark goggles are manufactured at our factory in Hertford where we carry out thirteen different stamping and pressing stages to make the frames and a further fifteen operations are required to produce ancillary items ,lens holders , air ventilation and adjustment components , headband straps and the final plating or painting processes.

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As also worn by motor racing pioneers of the early days at many motor racing circuits, most of which are still open for today’s top events. With the exception of the Iconic Brooklands Racing Track which unfortunately closed for racing around 1940 , other famous racing circuits are still very much in constant use , Goodwood ,Brands Hatch ,Thruxton, Donnington Park, Silverstone , Le Mans , not only for racing but for many different events which are attended by motorsport fans from all over the world.

Currently the Goodwood Revival is of huge interest to Retro Racing drivers and enthusiasts of all ages.

Not just competing but joining in with the atmosphere around the racing cars themselves and the engineering carried out on them during trials and pit stop maintenance and repairs.

The interest and pleasure of having period apparel and accessories brings enormous satisfaction to those involved or meeting for discussion about the history behind the achievements made during those great HALCYON days.

Product Codes with Colour Guides

The 4 digit Product Code will help when choosing your Retro Set Colour
4506 – White Leather Helmet – Chrome Frames with White Leather Goggles
4806 – Stone Coloured Leather Helmet – Chrome Frames with Stone Coloured Leather Goggles
4106 – Brown Leather Helmet – Chrome Frames with Brown Leather Goggles
4206 – Black Leather Helmet – Chrome Frames with Black Leather Goggles
4202 – Black Leather Helmet – Black Painted Frames with Black Leather Goggles
4203 – Black Leather Helmet – Silver Painted Frames with Black Leather Goggles

Key Features
The driving goggles made from solid brass are hand stitched to soft leather face padding fitted with polycarbonate curved lenses for wide vision and UV protection.
A leather driving helmet with air vents under the ear covers and an adjustable chin strap in matching colours is also available in three sizes.
Together with a white neck scarf, it provides a full set of essential apparel for these occasions.
Supplied in a quality box this can become a splendid gift set or offered as a drivers club souvenir.
Also available to be purchased individually. See our product details for the option of matching colours and sizes available.

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A flatbed sewing machine is used to make up the leather head panels and the cotton lining which are then sewn together as one garment.
Air holes are punched through the side sections and a securing press stud put in plus metal eyelets around the air holes and the last press studs are added
The air cover flaps ,the chin strap and goggle elastic strap loop are made up separately with the press studs and strap buckle attached
The ear cover flaps and the chin strap are sewn to the outside of the head panels and the strap loop sewn to back head panel.
A final check is made to the ensure alignment of all the press stud fittings.

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