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Infantry Helmet - Original McCord 1052G

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American M1 infantry helmet consisting of a McCord shell with swivel loops (lot 1052G) and a CAPAC liner. This set has been restored to the appearance and configuration typical of helmets produced from the end of 1944 onwards.

Each component has been carefully refurbished or replaced with faithful reproductions to create a coherent set representative of late-war field equipment.

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Restored McCord shell with swivel loops, lot 1023B, with its front seam. The grainy texture has been recreated to match the original finishes, reproducing the grain and matte finish of the 1944 shells. The structure has been consolidated and all missing original parts replaced with faithful reproductions, ensuring both visual authenticity and strength.

Restored CAPAC liner, fitted with black brass A washers and an unfolded neckband support. The adjustable neckband and black buckled headband correspond to the standard configuration from 1945. The leather chinstrap marked with the "H" stamp, fitted with black buckles, completes the ensemble. The restoration was carried out respecting the typical finishes and layout of late-war CAPAC liners.

1.9 kg

Helmet: Steel
Chin strap: Cotton
Buckles: Brass

Original McCord shell with swivell loops, lot 1052G, with front seam. Restored to late production specifications, it has the shape and details typical of late-war models. Swivel loops, introduced from 1943, provide greater mechanical strength and a more comfortable fit. The whole has been cleaned, repainted, and reassembled with components conforming to period specifications.

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 1052G

The Olive Drab No. 7 paint was hand-applied using the traditional method used in M1 Helmet restorations. The dark shade and matte finish meet the late standards employed by McCord beginning in 1944. This careful paint job restores the helmet to its original appearance while providing lasting protection against corrosion.

Texture Infantry Helmet - Original McCord 1052G

The grainy texture was recreated using a mixture of paint and cork, following the processes used by McCord at the end of the war. The medium grain and matte finish ensure a faithful visual appearance and excellent durability. The surface evokes the helmets produced in the factory during the 1944–1945 campaigns.

Chinstrap Infantry Helmet - Original McCord 1052G

A chinstrap reproduced from mid-war production models, made of OD3 canvas with flat black brass buckles. This type of chinstrap, introduced with the swivel loops, offered greater mobility and durability. The assembly and finish give the whole a look consistent with the equipment issued in 1944–1945.

Helmet Liner Details

Image description contre rivet noir de sous casque US M1

Brass A Washer

After June 1944, the washers underwent another evolution, switching to manufacture in brass. This brass was covered with a black anti-corrosion coating to improve its durability. Liners assembled with this new type of washer were introduced in the European Theater of Operations (ETO) towards the end of the conflict, as time was needed to build up stocks and ship the new equipment. It should be noted that liners produced post-war have washers made of black-painted steel. This difference in materials (brass vs. painted steel) marks the transition between the wartime and post-war periods.

Adjustable Neckband

The year 1945 saw the introduction of an adjustable neck strap, directly inspired by the architecture of the headband. This technical innovation aimed to improve the fit and comfort for all users. Above all, this adjustable part made it possible to standardize the equipment on a one size fits all model. The move to this universal size greatly simplified logistics. It made the inventory management and much more efficient inventory control.

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 1052G

In early 1945, American troops crossed the Rhine and advanced into German territory. Helmets with movable trigger guards like this one, produced in large numbers from mid-1944, now equipped the majority of infantrymen. They were found in the infantry and armored divisions engaged in the crossing of the Reich, from the Saar to the Rhineland. The McCord–CAPAC pairing illustrates this final phase of the conflict, where soldiers, exhausted by months of campaigning, continued their advance through devastated cities until the surrender of the Third Reich in May 1945.

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