Model 1881 US cavalry

[RH1941]

Picked this up t h e other day . Gary

[Anderson]

Very nice indeed. It seems to share the style and construction of the British helmets of the late Victoria era. Where was it made?

[RH1941]

Philadelphia .

[RH1941]

If you look at the shield of this helmet you will see crossed arrows. The crossed arrows stood for Indian scout before it was used for special forces. Gary

[AZPhil]

I am loving that Gary.
I got 2 reasons.
1. It's from Philly
2. My Great Great Uncle Matthew Fisher,


That is a beautiful looking example

Semper Fi
Phil

[RH1941]

Hi Phil thats a great looking photo of your uncle. Gary

[Jerry B]

Very very nice. As an 1881 pattern, when did they stop using these and what age is this example?

[RH1941]

Hi Jerry the this style helmet was used till about 1902. I don't know when mime is from . Gary

[RH1941]

Hi Jerry the this style helmet was used till about 1902. I don't know when mime is from . Gary

[AZPhil]

Gary is there anything stamped on the inside of the sweat band. I have seen them with the maker and also a contract date. If you don't want to flip it over that's fine with me.

Semper Fi
Phil