Sorry if this is in the wrong section, but I came across the helmet, and I was wondering if it's original or not. I'm inclined to believe that it is because the makers mark is the same as all the other examples that claim to be original

 

The only thing that concerns me a little is the very little amount of overall wear present on the leather.

 

Appreciate the help!

Wow pristine. It doesn't match any of the reproductions currently available, especially the leather quality/stamping. I say it's the real deal.

 

https://www.atthefront.com/product-p/ushtank.htm

 

https://onlinemilitaria.net/products/1939-us-m1938-tanker-helmet-new/

 

https://www.ebay.com/itm/155439326085?chn=ps&norover=1&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-117182-37290-0&mkcid=2&mkscid=101&itemid=155439326085&targetid=1531876736078&device=c&mktype=pla&googleloc=9021772&poi=&campaignid=19851828444&mkgroupid=145880009014&rlsatarget=pla-1531876736078&abcId=9307249&merchantid=6296724&gclid=Cj0KCQjw_5unBhCMARIsACZyzS3PVYEhlOK_nswGOKeQUwmfZD1r58kuPtZyTcPLrjDOtJSwDkq1BFoaAvqQEALw_wcB

Looks fine too me...Nice one

Looks good, small size but a nice example.

all you need now is a set of minty R-14 receivers and goggles to complete it.

Thank you everybody!

 

I ended up picking it up. 

 

I appreciate the help

As stated, an original. Back in the 80s there were a lot of new old stock helmets that were being sold and all smaller sized. Were found in India I recall Geroge Petersen had them (or found them) and also Hayes had then for sale in his catalog(s)  

Very nice! I have one in similar condition. It’s one of the NOS helmets from the India surplus. 
 

Frank