Casque Complet Infanterie McCrod 551B - Liner Capac - 2nd Ranger Battalion 1st Lt casque posé de 3/4 avant.

Complete Infantry Helmet - Original McCord 2nd Ranger Battalion 1st Lt

Name: Complete Infantry Helmet - Original McCord 2nd Ranger Battalion 1st Lt
Brand: Mon Casque M1
SKU: CC-INF-OR-MC551B-2RB
Price: 449.00 EUR
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Complete American infantry helmet, comprising an early fixed-loop McCord shell, lot number 551B, combined with a fully restored CAPAC liner.

The set is configured as that of a First Lieutenant of the 2nd Ranger Battalion, with vertical rear markings and unit insignia inspired by period photographs. The shell has been battle-battered to reproduce the appearance of combat equipment used in operations.

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The shell is an early war McCord production, identified by lot number 551B, equipped with fixed loops. This configuration corresponds to the first production series of the M1 helmet. It has been repainted and weathered in a Battle Battered version, with an officer's marking corresponding to a 1st Lieutenant of the 2nd Ranger Battalion, including the vertical bar on the back and the unit insignia observed in period photos.

The CAPAC liner has been completely reassembled to period standards. It features green counter-rivets, unrolled neckband supports, and a large-sized neckband. The green buckle headband with early green clips reflects the initial production configurations of 1942. The liner's leather chinstrap, with a green buckle and green studs, completes this restored assembly.

1.9 kg

Helmet: Steel
Chin strap: Cotton
Buckles: Brass

The officer marking associated with the 2nd Ranger Battalion, with a vertical rear bar and unit insignia inspired by period photographs, is the main distinguishing feature of this helmet.

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

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Helmet Shell Details

Casque Complet Infanterie McCrod 551B - Liner Capac - 2nd Ranger Battalion 1st Lt image ambiance peinture

Painting Complete Infantry Helmet - Original McCord 2nd Ranger Battalion 1st Lt

The Olive Drab paint was applied and then weathered to reproduce the appearance of a helmet used in operational conditions. The 2nd Ranger Battalion markings, including the officer's vertical bar on the back and the unit insignia, were integrated into the weathering for a homogeneous and realistic finish.

Casque Complet Infanterie McCrod 551B - Liner Capac - 2nd Ranger Battalion 1st Lt image ambiance texture

Texture Complete Infantry Helmet - Original McCord 2nd Ranger Battalion 1st Lt

The shell features a grainy texture typical of early war McCord productions, reproduced with a weathered finish. The Battle Battered rendition accentuates surface irregularities and simulates wear and tear from combat operations, while maintaining visual consistency faithful to field equipment.

Casque Complet Infanterie McCrod 551B - Liner Capac - 2nd Ranger Battalion 1st Lt image ambiance jugulaire.

Chinstrap Complete Infantry Helmet - Original McCord 2nd Ranger Battalion 1st Lt

The shell is equipped with a raised bar chinstrap, mounted on fixed loops. This type of configuration is characteristic of early M1 helmet productions. The applied patina allows for coherent integration with the Battle Battered set and unit markings.

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.

Green Loop Headband

From 1942, the headband was equipped with a new stamped steel buckle. This buckle, painted green for protection and camouflage purposes, improved the fit. At the same time, the fixing clamps were also revised, as the first model was deemed too flexible. The new clamps received a stamped bead additional near their end. This technical modification had the effect of making the clips more rigid, thus ensuring better closure and more secure fixation. This marked an important step towards making the suspension system more reliable.

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 vert.

Green 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 green. 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.

Green Liner Chinstrap

The year 1943 was marked by the need to correct a reliability problem in the adjustment system.
An initial design flaw in the cam caused premature wear.
Its tip was therefore modified and rounded, as the old blunt shape tended to shear and damage the leather of the headband.
As for the hardware, the rivet at the non-adjustable end temporarily remained in green-painted iron.
It kept this material and color specification until production adopted new standards around mid-1944.
These successive adjustments were intended to extend the service life of the equipment and ensure better functionality.

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Complete Infantry Helmet - Original McCord 2nd Ranger Battalion 1st Lt

The 2nd Ranger Battalion was on the front lines during the Normandy landings on June 6, 1944. The Rangers were tasked with critical objectives, including neutralizing fortified positions and scaling the cliffs of Pointe du Hoc. Under the command of young officers, including First Lieutenants, the units operated in an extremely exposed environment. Helmet markings allowed for quick identification of section leaders in the thick of combat. This helmet evokes this initial phase of the Rangers' engagement in Europe, marked by high-intensity assault operations.