Korean War U.S. McCord Swivel Loop M-1 Helmet Shell (1951-53)
Korean War U.S. McCord Swivel Loop M-1 Helmet Shell (1951-53)
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Description
This is an original Korean War U.S. rear seam swivel loop M-1 helmet shell. It was manufactured by McCord Corp. of Detroit, Michigan and exhibits a lot number of "M181 A", approximately dating its production from 1951 to 1953. It retains its original olive drab factory finish, texture, and OD#7 (green) chinstraps. With its green painted steel chinstrap hardware, it remains in its original wartime configuration (helmets refurbished for the Vietnam War were often updated with new chinstraps with black hardware).
Provenance
Private Collection, Roy, Utah
Condition Report
This helmet shell is in good condition, with wear consistent with that of a combat-used example.
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