1950s Soviet Army Balaclava With GogglesSoviet Borets protective balaclava dating to the 1950s. Originally designed as an industrial army protective under helmet piece, constructed from dense olive cotton with a transparent face shield and gathered neck protection. The silhouette reflects the raw utilitarian design of early Soviet protective equipment. The protective goggles were added later and are not part of the original set, though they pair perfectly with the balaclava and complete its