WWI U.S. M1917 Helmet

**ObKrieger** · 12-28-2012, 12:25 AM

Hi guys,

This was a present from my best friend. I have always wanted one of these, but, like the wound badge in black, I just never got around to buying one. This one is exactly how I like them- complete, original, and salty!

Is there any info that can be obtained from the heat stamp?

Thanks,
Mo

**mdk220** · 12-28-2012, 02:34 PM

Nice M17 helmet Mo - Got to have one of these for the collection - not sure of the heat stamp either.

**SteveR** · 12-28-2012, 04:20 PM

Good looking helmet.

**Panzer 3** · 12-28-2012, 04:36 PM

Hi,
you have a good friend there, lovely helmet thanks for showing it,
Dave.

**aj4010** · 12-28-2012, 04:40 PM

Very nice indeed, the paint and finish is exactly that of the later M1's.

The "Z" means it was made in America, the "D" is the manufacturer. I think the jury is out as to who that was. A lot of helmets used at the time were British made, they were sold to the States until the American manufacturers were able to supply domestic demand.

Best Regards,

A.dy