So I haven't looked for or picked up anything related to aviation in awhile Matter of fact I'm wanting to scale back a bunch, but I cant help being drawn to  the appeal of the early Army APH 5's, so when a good one pops up on the ever revolving market, it gets my interest. I dont have the Mil Spec number on the rubber edge roll that's featured on this helmet, but it has always set it apart from the garden variety of APH 5's. It's in excellent shape and not chewed up or showing sign of deterioration. This one is molestation free, even down to the original earcups (like the P series helmets) which predated the MX2088 and are in excellent very supple condition The sand textured finish is unique to this model and appealing for one who's interested  in collecting from the early 60s, as that design feature was eliminated for subsequent models later into the war. Note - the chin pad has turned into crumble dust which is common place. Other than some awesome 55+ year old age patina, it's complete and likely un issued. This one will be a keeper among my fav's.    

I know just how you feel…    

Lived in DL in middle to latter 1980s; lots of veterans and material possessions in Becker County.

Rafael Eledge of Shiloh Relics would be another expert to ask about this.   https://shilohrelics.com  

What great photos Dave "The Grok" Rooster!  I love it.  So awesome, and yes I know I'm glad your Grandmother and Grandfather met so you could honor us with your presence.

Thanks Dave and THANK YOU for giving us what Carl would've looked like in that photo in color.  That's wonderful!

You're welcome Shannon.  It's always neat when you get to see information on one of your family members that no one has ever seen before and being able to share it with your family.  It's an awesome looking helmet.  I'm glad it survived the play in the 60's.  Take care and God Bless!🇺🇸

You're welcome.  That is interesting about you buying the leggings in Columbus, OH.  Pretty neat.  Congrats!

Definitely a postwar add on to existing veterans uniform.