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  • WWII U.S. M-1 Helmet Liner Headband by Bates Shoe Co.
  • WWII U.S. M-1 Helmet Liner Headband by Bates Shoe Co.
  • WWII U.S. M-1 Helmet Liner Headband by Bates Shoe Co.
  • WWII U.S. M-1 Helmet Liner Headband by Bates Shoe Co.
  • WWII U.S. M-1 Helmet Liner Headband by Bates Shoe Co.
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WWII U.S. M-1 Helmet Liner Headband by Bates Shoe Co.

WWII U.S. M-1 Helmet Liner Headband by Bates Shoe Co.

$75.00
$75.00
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Description

This is an original WWII U.S. M-1 helmet liner headband. Unfortunately, its manufacturer's marking has faded but it appears to have been produced by Bates Shoe Co. It features a green painted steel buckle, second pattern spring clips, and a rare variation only seen on mid-1942 examples - the fabric on the reverse was stitched over the leather's fold. This would be an ideal headband for all helmet liners with non-painted steel A-washers (including Hawleys and low-pressure liners).

Provenance

Private Collection, Burlington, Kentucky

Condition Report



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This headband is in fair, well used condition. Generally, the leather remains pliable; however, there is some cracking throughout.

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