A WW2 Italian infantry officer’s 'India' pattern pith helmet, made by J Behar (British India Make).
Also known as a ‘Bombay Bowler’ this is likely a private purchase for an officer, as was common with the Italians who frequently used India or Aden pattern British made pith helmets.
It is also possible it was a captured helmet that was reissued, but it is probably more likely private purchase.
