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Description
This is an original Vietnam War U.S. M-1 helmet set. It is decorated with an original Mitchell pattern camouflage helmet cover from the 9005 contract, dating its production to 1965. Secured around the helmet's circumference is an original elastic foliage band marked "BAND, HELMET, CAMOUFLAGE, U.S." The rear seam swivel loop helmet shell was manufactured by Ingersoll Rand Products and exhibits a lot number of "I 2211". This is one of 3,174,296 helmets produced by Ingersoll from 1965 to 1968. Its interior is inscribed "Sgt. Leonard". The helmet retains its original olive drab factory finish, texture, and OD#7 (green) chinstraps with black painted steel hardware. The chinstrap's buckle and brackets are stamped with small anchors. The helmet's liner features black-painted steel A-washers and a July 25, 1966 dated OD#7 suspension. It comes complete with an original 1963-dated headband, named to "Mac A. Callaham, 55 416 958". The liner's exterior retains its original olive drab factory finish, with remnants of a decal on the wearer's left side.
