November 28, 20223 yr #1 Hello again: in my quest to reach the 30 posts so I can post in sale and trade, I hope you do not mind I show you the pics of the latest additions to the collection: I have tried to find info on this Lcol, but the only references I get are from non-flying staff: any ideas so I can build the proper model for the helmet?
December 7, 20223 yr #2 That's an HGU2 with the older one piece Sierra ramshorn dual visor setup. Probably vietnam Era in age.
December 7, 20223 yr #3 Concur. Early (4 screws / each side + lower metal piece on the temples area) one-piece Sierra Ramshorn + T-bayos on the MBU-5/P leads to the mid to late 60's and up to the mid 70's period for this HGU-2A/P. Interestingly, it seems to lack the string retention for the headset, which can be explained by the presence of a black leather edgeroll (so I guess it has custom fit internals). Are the earcups velcroed inside ? Form fit liner ? That being said, I found a photo of a Lt.Col Gene LEVY that served in the USAF during the VN war, dated 68, F-4 pilot. Can't tell if he is the one, but at least this was an aviator from the correct era 😉.
December 8, 20223 yr Author #4 wonderful, this is great news. The seller had some information regarding LtCol Levy and could be 555TFS, but I have been unable to find any info regarding that possibility. This is the closest. I will continue looking. Gracias for the help
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