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WWII M2 D-Bale Helmet & Liner
1942-1944
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The M2 parachutist helmet: Commonly called the D-Bale helmet.
This is the first paratrooper helmet replaced eventually by the M1C.
In building these we use only original WWII shells with front
seams; the “D” bales are welded on. The bales are the correct
wire diameter and tensile strength. These helmets are finished off
with our jump liner.
Our M2 helmets are high quality. We offer some exclusive
parts to make these helmets as authentic as possible. These
parts include: "double wire" sweatband with first
pattern spring clips, a cast buckle on the helmet chinstrap, and
steel "A" washers. These subtle details lend
historical accuracy that sets them apart from more typical
reproductions.
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 IN ANY OF OUR APPLICATIONS!
Paratrooper Related
Items Listed at the Bottom of this Page
Basic M2 D-Bale Helmet and Liner
Basic Option includes Helmet with chinstraps and
complete Inland style liner. Helmet Net,
Insignia, and other add-ons are extra.
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Basic Option Helmet
and liner.. $275.00
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M2 Helmet and Straps
(NO LINER)
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Helmet
and Chinstraps ONLY…$175.00
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2/506th 101st
Airborne M2 Helmet and Liner
Includes: Net and painted insignia of the
2/506 101st ABN
We accommodate other insignia requests, this is
the most popular. Email us if you want to order
this package with a different 101st ABN insignia.
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2/506 101st ABN helmet and liner…$285.00
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Normandy Invasion
M2 Helmet Package
Includes: Net, Eyeshields, First Aid
Pouch, Scrim, Reflector Disc and Cricket
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Normandy Invasion Helmet and liner…$340.00
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Accessories For Jump
Helmets
Reproduction
Rigger Pouch
Modified field gear made for airborne troops.
These hold 4 Garand clips or five 15 rd.
Carbine clips. Handy for grenades too!
These are made like originals and simply slip over the
pistol belt. Size is 2x2x4 inches.
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Airborne
Rigger Pouch...$15.00.
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Reproduction
Paratrooper Gloves
100% leather construction. Sized, Medium -
Large - X-Large
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Gloves Medium....$25.00 |
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Gloves Large....$25.00 |
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Gloves X-Large....$25.00 |
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Reproduction
WWII Jeep
Cap
100% Wool, no seam construction.
One size
fits all.
Wash in cold
water, air dry only!
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Cap....$25.00.
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Reproduction A4 Mechanics
Cap
100% Wool, no seam construction.
One size
fits all.
Wash in cold
water, air dry only!
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A4
Mechanics Cap...$25.00.
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Reproduction
Helmet Net, OD#3 3/4" pattern
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Helmet Net OD#3…$15.00.
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Reproduction
Helmet Net, OD#7 3/4" pattern
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Helmet Net OD#7…$15.00.
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Reproduction D-Day Paratrooper
Cricket
Excellent reproduction of the cricket used by paratroopers on D-Day.
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Cricket...$10.00
each
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Reproduction Paratrooper First Aid
Kit OD#3
Made for use as an impression
only. Very popular item!
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First
Aid Pouch...$25.00 each.
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Reproduction Helmet Net Scrim
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This is the burlap sack material for camouflaging helmets.
This order includes 9 feet total.
We ship 3 colors: green, rust, and brown
-- 3ft. of each color.
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Helmet
Net Scrim...$15.00 each |
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Reproduction
Reflector Disc
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Solid brass construction weighing .6 oz., measuring 1
1/2" across. The back is stamped SRM 1942.
Used by paratroopers in WWII to see
others and mark equipment bags.
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Reflector Disc...$18.00
each.
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Original
WWII M-44 Eyeshields
Original WWII issue goggles from a February 1944
dated master crate.
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Original WWII M-44 Eyeshields...$20.00
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