U.S. WW2 M-1917A1 Helmet. Opinions?

[GIZMO8Z]

I picked this helmet up at a consignment shop for cheap. I hope it ends up being good and that acquiring it will make my bad day a little better.



What do you all think? Can anyone identify any of the stampings or marks on the liner?

[SteveR]

It is a good one.

[GIZMO8Z]

Any tips on what to do with the mildew on the liner? The leather is actually in very good shape and supple.

[Datrus]

Some guy posted an answer some time ago about a product he used on old Jaguar cars. Maybe he will chime in.

[NCA]

That looks good.I'd love to find one of these.I cant help with the markings i'm afraid.
As for the mildew, give it a wipe with a damp sponge or cloth and let it dry.Looks like it just got damp at one time.

[Panzer 3]

Hi Giz,
You picked up a nice helmet there, i like the paintwork plenty left on it as said give the mildew a wipe over it should be ok after that. Well done wish i could find one over here in that condition.
dave.

[GIZMO8Z]

Thanks for the kind words, everyone!

I looked up "Chorazy" and four matches popped up... However, none seem to match. Maybe the original order of this helmet was in the Navy?

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[helmet2id]

I really like these, and this one is an excellent example. Jim G.

[GIZMO8Z]

Thanks, Jim!

[mdk220]

very nice US helmet - now the fun starts with the research of the markings - good luck (meant in a good way)!