{"product_id":"original-u-s-wwii-vietnam-war-m1-helmet-with-usmc-reversible-camouflage-cover-1","title":"Original U.S. WWII Vietnam War M1 Helmet with USMC Reversible Camouflage Cover","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal 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.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVietnam War era M-1 helmet shells have 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).\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis helmet is a fine example and still retains all of its original Vietnam War parts and the shell has all original corked grain paint.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe liner is correct high pressure 1960s issue liner marked US 12. The rigging is intact and in great shape, with original markings visible on the sweat band, and just a bit of cracking on the sweat band leather. The most interesting feature of the helmet is the rear lower nape strap being removed and “silencing” tape being placed over the buckles on the liner. This was a man who did not want to be heard while moving around at night.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe shell chin strap is original, and the USMC cover is original and in very good condition. It has some stains and small holes around the edge, but is definitely solid. It is marked on the underside of one of the flaps:\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCOVER, HELMET, CAMOUFLAGE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCONTRACT NO. 8027\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFSN 8415-261-6833\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% COTTON\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDPSC DIR OF MFG\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBased on the contract number, this Mitchell M1 Helmet Cover was produced in late 1964 to early 1965. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese helmets have become increasingly difficult to find in recent years, especially genuine Vietnam War issue ones from the USMC. Almost certainly to appreciate in value year after year!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39849201139781,"sku":"ONJR22AS064","price":295.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/products\/ONJR22AS064__06.jpg?v=1646244424","url":"https:\/\/www.ima-usa.com\/products\/original-u-s-wwii-vietnam-war-m1-helmet-with-usmc-reversible-camouflage-cover-1","provider":"International Military Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}