Would love to get your help in identyfying this M1 helmet a relative collected
Article about: Hello there Thanks to MAP for directing me to the right forums. I was left 2 helmets by a relative who just enjoyed them for their history and every now and again popping them on and surpris
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The helmet liner is a ballistic nylon "Combat, Type I" liner, produced between 1965-1974. You might be able to see the contract stamp on the suspension opposite from the "PFC V" marking. There should also be a mold-in maker's mark in the very top of the inside. "Type I" is for ground troops and "Type II" is configured for parachutists use.
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Hi,
I had some Parrish Dana with anchor stamped chinstrap. Also by the look of the heat stamp on the steel shell I also agree that this is Parrish Dana. Vietnam War era is my period of interest, so I can say this is nice helmet for that period.
Cheers,
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