Original U.S. Vietnam War Era M1 Helmet with 1983 Dated Paratrooper Liner & Reversible Camouflage Cover - Complete
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Original Item: Only One Available. This is a nice lightly worn example of a Vietnam War M-1C Airborne Paratrooper’s Helmet. This example has a 1983-dated paratrooper helmet liner with an interesting cushion inserted in the back. A very interesting configuration.
The helmet shell has a set of swivel (movable) chinstrap loops called bales and a stainless steel rim. These rims were both rust resistant and had non-magnetic qualities that reduced the chance of error readings when placed around certain sensitive equipment (such as a compass). The helmet shows signs of being reconditioned in a military depot, which was common during the period for late WWII/Korean War helmets.
The Mitchell pattern camouflage cover is in good condition and is marked:
COVER, HELMET, CAMOUFLAGE
CONTRACT NO, 6027
FSN 8415-267-8933
100% COTTON
DPSG DIR OF MFG
The cover shows reasonable wear, only from honest use and handling. It comes with an original foliage elastic helmet band that is in excellent, worn condition as well. The band is named J.R. COMINGS.
The helmet liner is in decent original condition, showing signs of being worn in a hot humid environment. Markings are present on the liner suspension dating the liner to 1983. There is also an odd cushion which has been integrated into the liner, likely a soldier addition.
The “U.S.” stamp on the chin strap is no longer visible as well. The rear nape strap is also intact, although the date is illegible as well.
The chin strap is intact, and also has extensions with snaps on the end, which secure the liner to the shell for paratrooper use. This helmet is a fine example. Comes ready for further research and display!
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