Sergesquadron Posted September 20, 2019 Share #1 Posted September 20, 2019 https://www.ebay.com/itm/WW2-US-FIXED-bail-M-1941-1st-pat-M-1-STEEL-HELMET-w-Type-IB-OD3-CHINSTRAPS/202780206538?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
olivedrab1970 Posted September 20, 2019 Share #2 Posted September 20, 2019 Looks like a nice fixed bail front seam, not sure as to the insignia however. Semper Fidelis- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
644td Posted September 20, 2019 Share #3 Posted September 20, 2019 I’m not liking the straps. Straps look fresh Buckles look used Two different color stitching on the straps I may be wrong and hope to be corrected if so. Marty Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattS Posted September 20, 2019 Share #4 Posted September 20, 2019 Looks fine to me. As far as the insignia, read the description fully as the seller clearly states, "-has postwar YELLOW 2nd LT rank bar....doesn't look WW2....prpbly Vietnam War era?.....don't think its a re-enactor job--since NO ugly leadership strip on rear!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BOLO Posted September 20, 2019 Share #5 Posted September 20, 2019 possibly early Vietnam war era use, the straps almost look like they could have been professionally added later by collector / seller to add value the fading wear looks too even, the buckles look aged, but not from real use, more of a patina Im always suspicious when a helmet comes from a seller that sells a lot of helmets Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Rooster Posted September 20, 2019 Share #6 Posted September 20, 2019 Front seam fixed. I agree straps look kinda fresh and the butter bar.. I'd be happier with it if that wasnt there. Its got no liner and at $117.00 where its at right now... Iwouldnt want to pay much more than that. Thats me. And I just shipped a helmet today and $25.50 is the most expensive way to ship. Should be around 15 -20 bucks depending on insurance you buy. Personally, I'd pass. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thatrandomguy Posted September 20, 2019 Share #7 Posted September 20, 2019 Ive met the seller in person and have seen his collection. Ive purchased his helmets and I can tell you the chinstraps are original. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justin Posted September 20, 2019 Share #8 Posted September 20, 2019 Chinstraps are definitely original. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burning Hazard Posted September 20, 2019 Share #9 Posted September 20, 2019 chinstraps are 100% original. Not sure about the insignia, would need better pictures or in hand inspection. Pat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patches Posted September 20, 2019 Share #10 Posted September 20, 2019 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patches Posted September 20, 2019 Share #11 Posted September 20, 2019 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patches Posted September 20, 2019 Share #12 Posted September 20, 2019 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patches Posted September 20, 2019 Share #13 Posted September 20, 2019 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patches Posted September 20, 2019 Share #14 Posted September 20, 2019 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronnie Posted September 21, 2019 Share #15 Posted September 21, 2019 Yeah there’s nothing wrong with those straps. Ronnie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
644td Posted September 21, 2019 Share #16 Posted September 21, 2019 Yeah theres nothing wrong with those straps. Ronnie I would agree. For me looking at the pictures on EBay the straps looked really fresh but post here I can see wear. Thanks guys for the correction. Marty Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sergesquadron Posted September 21, 2019 Author Share #17 Posted September 21, 2019 Good morning all,Thank you for all your answers Serge Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now