US WWII M1917A1 Kelly Helmet, Complete
This item is listed for historical interest only. It was listed on our site previously but has been sold and is no longer available for purchase.
Sold for: $225.00

Original era manufacture. A solid example with nearly 100% of the rough combat finish remaining on the exterior of the helmet. Original, light OD canvas adjustable chinstrap with age staining and minor fraying service from use.Solid leather liner, showing drying to the rim but no tearing or missing segments from the leather. The fingers are pliable and the leather lacing is present, with the top pad is in place. Stenciled in black paint on the front is U-296.   Overall, the helmet is a solid example of the pre-WWII GI helmet. Wake Island, Philippines, Pearl Harbor. Normal age and wear.