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Infantry Helmet - Original Schlueter 90A

Name: Infantry Helmet - Original Schlueter 90A
Brand: Mon Casque M1
Price: 329.00 EUR
Availability: InStock

329,00€

Complete US Army M1 helmet, produced by Schlueter under lot number 90A. Swivel loop shell with front seam rim, typical of 1944 production.

It comes with a Westinghouse liner, equipped with its reproduction leather chinstrap marked with the "H" stamp and its green washers. A homogeneous set with its reproduction large-mesh net, representative of the standard equipment of American infantry in Europe at the end of the war.

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Restored based on a batch number 90A, this swivel loop shell features the closed metal rim at the front characteristic of Schlueter's productions. The structure has been reinforced, and its anti-glare textured paint has been reconstituted to precisely match the factory finishes of 1944.

Restored Westinghouse liner, fully reassembled with new parts. It features an OD3 cotton web suspension, green-painted steel washers, and a nickel-plated neckband snaps. The leather chinstrap, stamped with an "H", is a reproduction made to original specifications. The assembly accurately reflects the typical configuration of liners produced from 1942-1943.

1.9 kg

Heavy Helmet: Steel
Chin strap: Cotton
Buckles: Brass

The original Schlueter shell has been fully restored. The process includes careful sandblasting and the application of a new textured paint finish conforming to period standards. Elements such as the swivel loopsand the rim have been checked and preserved to ensure the helmet's authenticity.

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

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Helmet Shell Details

Image Ambiance Peinture Casque Complet Infanterie Schlueter 90A - Liner Westinghouse

Painting Infantry Helmet - Original Schlueter 90A

The shell and liner have been repainted in Olive Drab No. 7, a shade chosen for its correspondence with period standards. The paint, spray-applied and naturally air-dried, offers a matte and realistic finish. This restoration respects the nuances and texture of original productions while ensuring durable protection of the material.

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Texture Infantry Helmet - Original Schlueter 90A

The shell has a granular texture, achieved by adding cork to the paint. This rough finish improved grip and reduced light reflections on the field.

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Chinstrap Infantry Helmet - Original Schlueter 90A

OD3 (Olive Drab 3) canvas chinstrap, attached to swivel loops typical of the second half of production. It is fitted with a raised brass bar buckle, a detail that still appears on some transitional models before the complete switch to blackened steel buckles.

Helmet Liner Details

Image description contre rivet peint vert olive drab de sous casque US M1

Painted Steel A Washer

Since 1943, the steel washers underwent a modification of their surface finish. They were now painted green, replacing previous chemical coatings. Although this paint offered a less effective protection against corrosion and wear, it was adopted. This decision was mainly motivated by economic considerations. The painted finish was indeed a much less expensive solution to implement. This change illustrates a preference for the cost reduction of production.

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 Schlueter 90A

Produced at the end of World War II, the swivel loop Schlueter helmet represents the ultimate evolution of American infantry equipment. More resistant than earlier fixed bale models, this version, with its Westinghouse liner and raised-bar brass chinstrap, equipped troops engaged in Western Europe, particularly in northern France, the Ardennes, and Germany. This restoration faithfully reproduces the technical specifications and original appearance of 1944 combat helmets.

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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.