Vietnam era M1

[denfly]

I just acquired an M1 helmet from the Vietnam era, heat stamp #604, short numbers stamp. it has a stainless rim and was wondering how often were these installed on helmets. I thought only WW2 models had stainless rims. It's shiny and the paint doesn't stay on like the WW2 models. I believe I saw another one on ebay recently.

[ruddersrangers44]

RJ STAMPINGS of Quebec,last production maker of the M1 shell,contracts in 1970/71/73/76.and yes they did use S/S rim but not sure if used on every Shell produced or maybe random or certain contracts.

[Redstalker]

When you say short numbers do you mean small in size? Need to post pics

[humble collector]

Nice brother! Love to see it

[humble collector]

Vietnam era items and artifacts are becoming a great topic, and I do not see a dedicated heading for it? I have local people that are picking up NVA helmets and buckles etc...

[denfly]

Yes. The WW2 stampings were stretched as compared to the short versions on the V.N. helmets.

[denfly]

Well I need to re-finish it because it's rather rusted. Will sand it down and paint it and probably show it at a later period.

[denfly]

Thanks Rudder. I have had a number of V.N. lids but never one with the s.s. rim. Thanks again.