Original US M1 Helmet "W. Harper" (CW3) | Vietnam Era Rig

 
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A true combat veteran dripping with character! Up for sale is a genuine US M1 helmet rig from the Vietnam War era. This fantastic, named set belonged to an Army Chief Warrant Officer 3 (CW3) named W. Harper. The rig consists of a 1960s-produced steel pot (McCord) paired with a Korean War era fiberglass liner (Micarta) – a classic configuration for Vietnam. The liner boasts a beautiful crazed exterior patina and an original pinned rank insignia on the front. A superb named piece ready for research!

Availability Skladem (1 pcs)
€530,40    

Parameters

Product code ZBOZI PODLE PARAGRAFU 90 ZAKONA O DPH1958
Brand G.I.
Category Vietnam War
Warranty NE
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Description

A helmet that breathes the history of the jungle.

  • Steel Shell: The M1 steel pot features swivel bales and a rear seam. The interior heat stamp reads "M 51 A", identifying it as a 1960s Vietnam-era production by the McCord Corporation. Retains its textured anti-reflective paint.

  • Fiberglass Liner: Inside is an older, reissued liner from the Korean War. The internal crown is stamped "MICARTA", indicating manufacturing by Westinghouse (1951-1953 contract). It features the correct OD#7 webbing and blackened A-washers. The exterior of the liner has developed an incredible, highly sought-after "crazed" patina due to the aging of the paint and resin.

  • Insignia & Naming: The leather sweatband is clearly named in marker: "W. HARPER.". Pinned to the front of the liner is an original metal rank device – a silver bar with two brown enamel bands. Under the US Army rank system used from 1956 to 1972, this designates a Chief Warrant Officer 3 (CW3).

  • Condition: Authentic "salty" combat condition. The rig shows honest wear and age from military service but remains structurally sound.

Technical Specs:

  • Item: M1 Helmet Shell & Liner Set

  • Shell Stamp: M 51 A (McCord, 1960s)

  • Liner Stamp: MICARTA (Westinghouse, 1951-1953)

  • Rank Insignia: Chief Warrant Officer 3 (CW3), 1956-1972 pattern

  • Named to: W. HARPER

  • Era: Assembled and used during the Vietnam War (1960s)

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