M-1917A1 Helmet

[Joe]

Here's a M-1917A1 helmet I found at a fleamarket for $22

[Joe]

Liner

[Donald L.]

Nice Helmet Joe. Check the liner, often times there is an ID written into the leather.

Don

[Joe]

Hi Donald
It does have an ID on the liner. H.R. Miller written on the top pad & on the side of the liner. Joe

[Ralph A]

Joe:

Nice piece! All I ever get at flea markets is fleas...

[Joe]

Ralph
I just about walked off from that helmet. I had just started collecting helmets and did'nt know anything about them(still don't know much) I knew the liner did'nt look like a WW1. I did'nt know what it was. I asked the guy at the table what it was. He did'nt know. I put it down and walked out the door. Then I stopped and went back in and ask the guy what he wanted for it. He said how about $22. I read Steel Pots and found out what it was. Joe

[VerKuilen Ager]

Just as a note for those who aren't familiar with these; although the designation suggests a W.W.I helmet, this was actually a rework that was ordered in 1936. Many of the shells dated to the Great War (new production didn't occur until 1940), but the liner was new. BY the way, the four panels should lap on top of (not under) the crown pad and be attached together with a cord.

A less than common helmet, in great condition, and a nice bargain!

[Joe]

Hi Histaria
How do you tell if it's a WWI Shell or one produced in 1940? Mine's got an HS stamped on the bottom brim.

Joe