Vietnam Helmet

M1 infantry US helmet shell, Vietnam type reproduction based on an original Austrian steel helmet shell and produced between 1975 and 1990. It features a rear rim seam and swivel loops. Reproduction of OD#7 Vietnam type helmet chinstraps. Repainted in Olive Drab 7, a color used by the US Army between 1936 and 1944. The shell does not have a granular coating and remains smooth. Note that this listing is for the helmet shell only, and does not include the liner or chinstraps.

Surplus compressed fiber helmet liner "Helmet Liner Ground Troops Type 1" American made between 1975 and 1980. With sweatband and three-point neck band version Vietnam.

The basic pack includes the helmet and liner as well as a Mitchell-type helmet cover in reproduction, typical of the helmets worn by American soldiers during the Vietnam War. An elastic band is also provided in the basic pack.

To the "Basic Pack" are added the following accessories:

Elastic band

The basic elastic band is replaced by a "Cat Eye" elastic band to attach various items around the edge of the helmet. A method often used by soldiers to have quick access to different accessories and to prevent them from getting wet in flooded areas.

Cleaning solvent

Original empty bottle of "CLEANING COMPOUND SOLVENT" solvent dated March 1967 intended for cleaning small arms. Made by "OCTOGON PROCESS INC". Can be carried on the helmet elastic band.

Heating ration

Used to heat combat rations in the field. Original 1970 model, still sealed and manufactured by "CAN-TITE RUBBER CORPORATION". Can be carried on the helmet elastic band.

Cleaning brush

US-made brush for cleaning small arms, including the standard issue M-16 assault rifle of the US Army during the Vietnam War. Can be carried in the openings of the helmet cover.

P-38 can opener

Original P-38 can opener, used to open canned food in the field. Often seen carried on the helmet for quick access in the field. Can be placed on the helmet elastic band.

Death card

Reproduction of the "Death Card" made of flexible cardboard, often seen worn on the helmets of American troops during the Vietnam War.

2.1 kg

Helmet Shell: Steel
Liner: Fiber
Hardware: Metal

All of our helmet shells are made of steel and are surplus military equipment. Some are over 50 years old. They may show signs of use and aging due to storage. Although they are repainted and refurbished, some evidence of their past use remains visible.

The liner is one size fits all, but can be adjusted in depth and head circumference.