Original U.S. Vietnam War Named M1 Helmet with Camouflage Cover and Westinghouse Liner
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Original Item: Only One Available. The M1 helmet is a combat helmet that was used by the United States military from World War II until 1985, when it was succeeded by the PASGT helmet. For over forty years, the M1 was standard issue for the U.S. military. The M1 helmet has become an icon of the American military, with its design inspiring other militaries around the world.
Vietnam War era M-1 helmet shells have a set of swivel (movable) chinstrap loops called bales and a manganese steel rim. These rims had non-magnetic qualities that reduced the chance of error readings when placed around certain sensitive equipment (such as a compass). In WWII the shells had Stainless Steel rims, however these would easily lose paint, and the shine produced without paint was a liability.
This helmet is a fine Vietnam War issued example and still retains most of its original period parts, and the shell has the original Green finish.
It is equipped with a standard Reversible Camouflage cover, which is marked on the opposite side. It is held in place by the elastic band that retains the cover. The cover has some burn marks at the top of the helmet, but is otherwise in fair condition. The helmet, cover, shell, and liner are all correct for a Vietnam war helmet. The chinstrap is affixed underneath the camouflage cover. The name Doenges is written on the headband at the bottom of the interior. No research has been done on this name.
The helmet comes complete with high pressure Vietnam War era liner, produced by Westinghouse. The liner does not have a frontal eyelet, indicating that it is a post Korean war manufacture. A new suspension system for the M1 Helmet Liner was introduced in 1964, with this one being in great condition.
The included reversible camouflage cover is in very good service worn condition, complete with the elastic securing band. There is a bit of wear through around the edges, and overall fading, typical of a cover that saw actual service in the field.
These helmets have become increasingly difficult to find in recent years, especially genuine Vietnam War issue ones. Ready for further research and display!
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