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Casque Complet Infanterie - Original McCord 1110D Casque Complet 1 - Mon Casque M1
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Infantry Helmet - Original McCord 1110D

Infantry Helmet - Original McCord 1110D

$415.00

Complete US infantry helmet, consisting of a McCord shell with swivell loops (lot 1110D) and a Westinghouse liner . Fully restored by Mon Casque M1 , the set retains the characteristics of the models used by American infantrymen in Europe between 1943 and 1945 .

Every detail has been restored or replaced with faithful reproductions, recreating the look and configuration of a second-period war helmet.

About
Shell

The shell is a McCord Radiator Company, lot number 1110D, fitted with swivel loops and a rim seal at the front.
It is made of stamped steel according to 1943 production standards, offering strength and shape consistent with US infantry models.
The restoration respected all the original characteristics: paint, finish, texture and shape of the shell were reproduced to faithfully reflect the condition of a combat helmet from the 1943-45 European period.
Liner Fiber

The Westinghouse liner has been fully restored and reassembled to 1943-45 standards. It features unpainted steel A washers, a black buckled headband, and a non-adjustable neckband mounted on non-folded supports. The leather chinstrap marked "B" is a BD Eisendrath manufacture, faithful to the liners issued to American infantry units. The overall presentation is consistent and realistic, making it suitable for collecting or reenactment.
Weight

1.9 kg
Materials

Helmet: Steel
Chin strap: Cotton
Buckles: Brass
Please note

The original McCord shell has been fully restored. The process includes careful sandblasting and the application of a new textured paintwork consistent with period standards. Features such as the swivel loops and rim have been inspected and preserved to ensure the helmet's authenticity.
Cut

The helmet liner is one size, it is nevertheless adjustable in depth as well as in head circumference.

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Helmet Shell Details

Painting Infantry Helmet - Original McCord 1110D

Olive Drab No. 7 paint was applied by hand. This shade was characteristic of American helmets issued from 1943 onwards. The finish respects the depth of the shades and the matte finish of the original helmets, offering a rendering faithful to the standards of the time.

Texture Infantry Helmet - Original McCord 1110D

The shell features a rough fine texture, achieved through a mixture of paint and cork applied by hand. This finish replicates the feel and appearance of original McCord shells from World War II, while enhancing the visual realism of the restored helmet.

Chinstrap Infantry Helmet - Original McCord 1110D

The McCord helmet is fitted with a flat brass buckle chinstrap, conforming to the standards of American production from 1943-45. The Olive Drab woven cotton strap has the color and texture characteristic of helmets from this period.

Helmet Liner Details
Image description contre rivet acier non peint de sous casque US M1

Steel A Washer

From September 1942, we note a significant development in the design of this equipment: the washers adopt a triangular shape (so called "A Washer"). This modification aimed to ensure a better fit to the internal curvature of the helmet liner. These new washers were machined from coated steel. It is important to note that this technical change took place, with rare exceptions, simultaneously with the replacement of rayon with cotton in the manufacture of the suspension system.

Non-adjustable Neckband

The neckband, now manufactured in khaki cotton following the abandonment of rayon, incorporated new specifications. These parts were now marked with ink (by stamping) to clearly indicate their size and manufacturer. The standardization of sizes, which took place in 1943, distinguished three categories: “small", "medium" And "large". As for the snap fasteners, they are mostly engraved with the words "United Carr", although one can come across pieces devoid of any inscription.

Black Loop Headband

From 1944, we observe a new evolution of the material: the adjustment loop was now manufactured in brass. This change of material was accompanied by a black anti-corrosion coating to ensure its durability. It is common to find that the headband is often attached lower than expected at the back. This field adaptation, carried out by the soldier himself, consisted of clipping the headband directly onto the neckband suspension. The objective of this homemade modification was probably to make the inner head rest more comfortable for the user. This practice illustrates the adjustments made by troops to improve the ergonomics of their standard equipment.

Non-Returned Neckband Support

After October 1942, a seemingly insignificant change was made to the making of the headbands. From now on, the ends of these bands were no longer folded before being riveted to the liner. This change, however minimal in the manufacturing process, had significant logistical repercussions. By eliminating this folding, the army achieved a substantial savings of raw material. This simple measure made it possible to save nearly two million meters of suspension strap. This demonstrates the major impact that small optimizations can have on the resource management on a large scale.
Image d'illustration du crochet de jugulaire en cuir de liner US M1 peint en noir.

Black Chin Strap Attachment

The second type of chinstrap represents a crucial development, becoming removableand no longer integral with the hull. To ensure this quick attachment, a triangular-shaped attachment hook is present at each end of the strap. On the model presented, this attachment triangle is black. It locks onto a male stud (similar to a garter belt system), securely riveted to the inner shell. These fastening studs could be made of brass or steel, and came with either a rounded or hollow tip. This mechanism offered unprecedented flexibility of use compared to the first fixed models.

Black Liner Chin Strap

From mid-1944, the chin strap hardware was standardized with new materials. The buckle, rivets and fasteners were now made of brass, a more resistant material. This brass was protected by a corrosion inhibitor coating to ensure better durability in the field. This change marked a quality improvement and the longevity of the fitting parts during the end of the conflict. However, once the war was over, production regressed to less expensive materials. Thus, the models post-war are recognizable by their buckles and rivets in black painted steel.

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Infantry Helmet - Original McCord 1110D

In 1943, American troops reinforced their presence in the European theater, from the initial operations in Italy to the preparations for the Normandy landings. McCord helmets with movable chinstraps and Westinghouse liners equipped infantrymen, offering both comfort and durability. On the Western Front, soldiers advanced through devastated cities and muddy countryside, facing harsh conditions while remaining protected by their equipment. This restored helmet reflects these years of combat, illustrating the daily life of American soldiers and the evolution of their equipment up to the final offensives against Germany.

A bit of history

In this American factory, thousands of M1 helmets were pressed, inspected, and painted to equip the Allied forces. A symbol of American industrial ingenuity, the M1 helmet was mass-produced starting in 1941, combining manganese steel and technical innovation. This video demonstrates the intensity of the war effort mobilized on American soil.



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