GENUINE FRENCH M-1951 HELMET, LINER & COVER INDOCHINA VIETNAM ERA M1 DESIGN

Helmet chin strap: Cotton

Liner Chinstrap: Leather

Reversible helmet cover: Brown or green

Helmet MFG: Franck (Aubervilliers)

Liner Dated: 1953

Liner Mfg: Franck (Aubervilliers)

Color: OD Green

Designed: From the U.S Military M1 WWII Helmet

Helmet Bales: Swivel with sewn on chin strap

Modified Item: No

Liner designed from: U.S Military WWII M1

Helmet: 1953

Pot: Metal

Early Version Helmet 1954 Liner 1952: Khaki suspension leather chinstrap

Model: M-1951

Theme: Militaria

Seam: Rear

Helmet liner: Khaki Suspension with A-shaped washers

Country/Region of Manufacture: France

Finish: Cork

Liner sweatband: Leather

Military: French

GENUINE FRENCH MILITARY M-51 STEEL POT HELMET, LINER & REVERSIBLE HELMET COVER: These helmets were designed from the WWII U.S Military M1 helmets and are real close to the same helmet & liner. The helmet is a rolled rear seam type with a cork finish OD paint. Swivel bales with a sewn on chinstrap. Nice set the liner has khaki webbing and suspension with A-shaped washers. A leather sweatband & leather chinstrap. Liner does have an insignia hole in front just like the early WWII M1 U.S military helmet liners. These are original vintage French helmets that are dated at the era of the French Indochina war. Real nice helmet & liner.

Delve into the rich history of military headgear with our GENUINE FRENCH MILITARY M-51 STEEL POT HELMET. Reflecting the remarkable craftsmanship and durability that has been a hallmark of Franck (Aubervilliers) since the early 1950s, this helmet is a striking ode to its historical forebear, the U.S Military M1 WWII Helmet. Its design is not just about historical accuracy; it is also about honoring the legacy of those who served. Made from high-quality materials like cotton for the helmet chin strap and leather for the liner chinstrap and sweatband, this helmet ensures comfort and longevity. With a metal pot protected by a cork finish in OD Green and equipped with a reversible helmet cover in brown or green, it is as versatile as it is robust.

The helmet features a swivel bale with sewn-on chin strap, a design element that has stood the test of time, ensuring security and adjustability. The cork finish not only adds to its authentic look but also increases its durability against the elements. The liner, dated 1953, mirrors the early WWII prototype with khaki webbing and A-shaped washers, contributing to its historical significance and collector's value. Whether you're a militaria enthusiast, a historian, or someone who appreciates military aesthetics, this helmet offers a tangible connection to the past, meticulously crafted to pay homage to a pivotal period in military history.

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