3 seperate M1 Helmets. Ideas and Comments?

[BC Canada]

Just looking for some information or thoughts on some M1 helmets. Photo Heavy

The first is a front seam swivel Bale, Schlueter (271A S) shell with a Seaman Paper liner
fairly certain it is WW2 from all the appropriate markings ect, but ive always wondered about the 7 markings and white liner.


The Second is another of mine I received from a Paintball community, Im sure it was used post war but have never identified the maker or the reason for the OOW


The last has recently come up for sale in my area. its a front seam. The thing I am most curious about is the "Chaplains Cross". It seems too large, off Center and tilted.



Any and All information is helpful, Thank you for your time

[tank destroyer]

The white looks like it was painted up for some kind of racing club. The liner and helmet are WW2 and the liner looks complete. The OOW possibly stands for officer of the watch. Would like to see better pictures of the cross on the helmet.

Marty

[tank destroyer]

The white paint should come off if you decide to remove it.

Marty

[tank destroyer]

Do you own the helmets, or wanting to buy them and in need of advice?

Marty

[BC Canada]

I own the first two helmets and am looking at potentially purchasing the third

[tank destroyer]

Chaplain helmets are a mine field, don’t buy it without better pictures. If the seller is not willing to send more pictures that’s not a good sign.

Marty