Item Description
Original Item: Only One Available. This is an excellent unissued example of a rare Hawley pressed paper M1 Helmet liner. They were only issued in very small numbers during the early days of World War Two. Their structural deficiencies were quickly noted, and the replacement "low pressure" and later "high pressure" liners were put into planning and production shortly after. The Hawley liners were however all that was available during the earliest days of M1 Helmet production.
These liners are quite delicate, and often were replaced during the war, making them very hard to find. This liner in particular is the best example of a Hawley liner that we have ever seen. It does not show any evidence of having been installed in a helmet or worn. It still has the original rayon suspension in great shape, complete with the original leather chin strap. There are a few dents and a tear or two around the rim, showing just how delicate these are. Even storage would cause damage. That it has survived in this condition is nothing short of miraculous.
A great example, probably the best we will ever see.
Features a RARE Hawley Liner:
The shape and characteristics of the Hawley liner were identical to those of the fiberglass counterpart. The differences were the material of construction and the absence from the front metal grommet, which is where insignia could be placed. The suspension was made of a series of rayon canvas straps. The sweatband had a leather cover, and the whole assembly was riveted to the body of the liner. Small buckles were provided to adjust the suspension. However, doing so was difficult and very clumsy. Combined with the delicate nature of the pressed paper shell, it was not a very good design, and quickly replaced, making them very hard to find.
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