WW2 US M1 Helmets
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WWII M2 D-Bale Helmet & Liner

 

 

1942-1944

 

 

 

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*Optional items priced below and on our Helmet Accessories page

 

 

The M2 parachutist helmet: Commonly called the D-Bale helmet. The M2 is the first of the WWII paratrooper helmets replaced eventually by the M1C. We build these using original wartime helmets with a front seam rim.  Our reproduction “D” bales are spot welded in place.  The M2 helmet is finished with our Inland ”style” paratrooper liner.

1942 dated Specification Drawings for the M2 D-bale Helmet.  Detailing the steel loops, web chinstrap length, chamois chincup, “A” yokes, DOT snap placement and leather liner chinstrap.

Each helmet is built to order.  Be sure to plan ahead for your upcoming events, allowing 7-14 days for production.

WE DO NOT USE POSTWAR or FOREIGN MADE HELMETS

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M2 “D-Bale” Paratrooper Helmet and Liner

 

Package includes the M2 helmet with chinstraps and complete paratrooper liner.  We ship this helmet  assembled and ready to wear right out of the box.  A booklet is included that instructs you how to properly adjust the helmet for a perfect fit.

 
M2 Paratrooper Helmet and Liner, Complete Package… $300.00


 

 

 


M2 “D-Bale” Paratrooper Helmet and Liner - Drawstring Net

 

 

Same package and features offered above with the addition of our drawstring net

 
Complete M2 Helmet and Liner w/ Net… $305.00


 

 

 


M2 ” D-Bale” Paratrooper Helmet – NO Liner

 

This option is for those who have an airborne liner and just need the helmet.

 
M2 Paratrooper Helmet w/ Chinstraps… $195.00


 

 

 


Paratrooper Helmet Liner – INLAND Style – Complete

 

This option is for those who have an airborne helmet and just need the liner.

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Paratrooper Helmet Liner – Inland Style – Complete… $195.00


 

 

 

 

Accessories For Jump Helmets

 


OD#3 (Khaki) Drawstring Helmet Net

 

Reproduction helmet net with drawstring tie. This is the lighter colored or “khaki” helmet net.  We are often asked which helmet net is correct for an early, mid or late war impression.  It does not matter…both net colors were used at the exact same time.  When choosing it should be a matter of personal taste or in some cases whichever color your reenacting group prefers.

 
OD#3 Helmet Net…$15.00

 


OD#7 (Dark Green) Drawstring Helmet Net

 

Reproduction helmet net with drawstring tie. This is the darker colored helmet net.  We are often asked which helmet net is correct for an early, mid or late war impression.  It does not matter… both net colors were used at the exact same time.  When choosing it should be a matter of personal taste or in some cases whichever color your reenacting group prefers.

 
OD#7 Helmet Net… $15.00

 


Camouflage Helmet Net Scrim

 

Colored burlap for camouflaging helmets.  This order includes 9 feet total in 3 colors; green, rust, and brown – 3ft.  of each color.  We recommend cutting the strips down the middle making them 1/2 as wide, this insures the strips will slip through the holes in the netting and will completely cover your helmet.

 
Camouflage Scrim… $15.00

 


Reproduction Paratrooper First Aid Kit OD#3

 

The iconic first aid pouch which were tied to the front of the paratrooper helmet.  These were also given to all first wave beach assault troops in Normandy.  Originals were filled with a first aid dressing, morphine syrette and tourniquet. Our reproductions are made with cotton duck fabric and twill tape ties.  They contain British or U.S. wartime field dressings and a web strap similar to a tourniquet, making them look and feel just like an original.

 
First Aid Pouch… OUT OF STOCK

 


D-Day Cricket

Reproduction of the famous D-Day cricket.
Cricket… $10.00

 


Original WWII M-44 Eye-shields

 

 

 

Original WWII issue goggles from a February 1944 dated master crate.

 
Original WWII M-44 Eyeshields…$15.00