US M1 Combat Helmet Front Seam . HU1298

United States Army M1 Combat Helmet w/liner, front seam, swivel bale with stitched straps (straps damaged and missing a large portion of strap on one side). Most likely 1940s-1950s (ww2-Korea) era. This helmet has an unusual black paint applied (with drip lines) with what looks like large white painted insignia resembling a Captain’s rank insignia design. Has the same type matching design on helmet liner as well. Possibly navy use, however, not sure on this one. Cannot make out the Heat stamp on helmet shell interior. Also, has a light tan color paint on interior with naming in black marker or paint on interior, hard to make out, appears to be something like: KIELT HASG 2ND IDED BATT. Liner with Firestone marker logo on inner dome area of liner. Liner in heavily worn condition with webbing damaged and missing in areas and no sweatband, no neck strap, and no chinstrap in liner. Very heavily worn condition interesting black painted M1 combat helmet named with painted insignia on front.

Additional Notes: The US M1 combat helmet, introduced in 1941, became an iconic piece of American military gear during WW2. It replaced the earlier M1917 helmet and was designed to provide better protection and visibility for soldiers. The M1 helmet consisted of two parts: a steel outer shell and a detachable inner liner, which allowed for versatility and comfort. Over 22 million units were produced during the war, with manufacturers like McCord Radiator and Schlueter Manufacturing contributing to its production. The helmet’s design remained largely unchanged throughout the conflict, though minor modifications were made to features like chinstrap attachments. Its olive drab color and textured surface became synonymous with the image of the American GI.

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