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Full Infantry Helmet - Original McCord

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Infantry helmet consisting of an original McCord shell with fixed loops, lot number 780C . Shell fully restored while respecting its original characteristics. The fiber liner , of post-war production, has been reassembled in accordance with the 1944 models. Coherent set, suitable for collection or historical reenactment.

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Fabriquée par McCord Radiator & Manufacturing Co., cette coque est une production Seconde Guerre mondiale, identifiable par sa jointure avant en acier inoxydable et ses pattes fixes. Ces caractéristiques étaient présentes sur les premiers modèles M1 avant la transition vers des pattes mobiles et un cerclage arrière. Utilisés sur tous les théâtres d’opération, ces casques ont équipé l’infanterie, les parachutistes et les troupes blindées. Restaurée dans le respect de ses spécifications d’origine, cette coque conserve l’héritage de ces équipements emblématiques du soldat américain.

Sous casque de surplus en fibre compressée type M1 d'origine inconnue entièrement remonté. Avec bandeau anti-transpiration (headband), jugulaire en cuir brun et nuquière (neckband). Possède également l’œillet frontal typique des sous-casques américains.

1.9 kg

Casque lourd : Acier
Jugulaire : Coton
Bouclerie : Laiton

La coque McCord d’origine a été entièrement restaurée. Le processus inclut un aerogommage soigneux, l’application d’une nouvelle peinture texturée conforme aux standards d’époque. Les éléments comme les pattes fixes et le cerclage ont été vérifiés et préservés pour assurer l’authenticité du casque.

Le sous casque est de taille unique, il est néanmoins réglable en profondeur ainsi qu'en tour de tête.

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Helmet Shell Details

Painting Full Infantry Helmet - Original McCord

La peinture utilisée sur cette version originale est la même que nos autres casques. Il s'agit d'une teint Olive Drab utilisée par l'armée US entre 1936 et 1944.

Texture Full Infantry Helmet - Original McCord

La coque est recouverte d’une peinture texturée obtenue par l’ajout de granulés de liège, une méthode utilisée pendant la Seconde Guerre mondiale pour réduire les reflets et améliorer la prise en main. Cette finition authentique reproduit fidèlement l’aspect d’origine des casques M1 en service.

Chinstrap Full Infantry Helmet - Original McCord

La jugulaire du casque lourd est une reproduction réalisée par Mon Casque M1 avec de la sangle tissée copiée sur le modèle de l'époque. La bouclerie métallique laiton en reproduction.

Helmet Liner Details

Image description contre rivet noir de sous casque US M1

Brass A Washer

After June 1944, the washers have undergone another evolution, moving to manufacturing in brass. This brass was covered with a black anti-corrosion coating to improve its durability. The liner assembled with this new type of washers were introduced on the European Theater of Operations (ETO) towards the end of the conflict. Time was needed to build up stocks and ship this new equipment. It should be noted that the washers produced post-war present washers in black painted steel. This distinction in materials (brass vs. painted steel) marks the transition between the war period and the post-war period.

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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Full Infantry Helmet - Original McCord

Produite entre 1941 et fin 1943, cette coque McCord est équipée d’un cerclage en acier inoxydable à jointure avant et de pattes fixes. Ce modèle a été largement distribué aux forces américaines durant les premières années de la Seconde Guerre mondiale. Les pattes fixes étaient les premières versions des pattes de casque US M1. Moins resistantes que les pattes mobiles arrivées plus tardivement. Ce casque, restauré dans ses spécifications d’origine, représente l’équipement typique du soldat américain engagé sur les fronts de 1941 à 1945.

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