spudman1962 Posted November 5, 2021 Share #1 Posted November 5, 2021 Local antique store find today. Generic white helmet, I assume MP, Late war, fat head since sweat and attached to nape. My question is, is the reflector tape not military? Wondering if I should try to take it off? Looks like it has been on there a long time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CavalryCombatant Posted November 5, 2021 Share #2 Posted November 5, 2021 I’d leave the tape, probably was added to keep it secure in a steel pot. I would, however, pop the sweatband to make sure it doesn’t rip through the canvas, looks really tight right now but could be the photo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spudman1962 Posted November 6, 2021 Author Share #3 Posted November 6, 2021 Ok thanks, I will leave it. Since the 8 digit serial number starts with a 5 does that mean the previous owner served after WWII? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CavalryCombatant Posted November 7, 2021 Share #4 Posted November 7, 2021 I don’t know if the five would indicate it, but the “US” in front certainly does. I believe it indicates service in the reserves but I could be mistaken. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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