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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!

 

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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.

         
Complete Basic Option Helmet and liner.. $275.00

 


M2 Helmet and Straps (NO LINER)

 

                         Helmet and Chinstraps ONLY…$175.00

 

 



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.

 

                2/506 101st ABN helmet and liner…$285.00

 

 



Normandy Invasion M2 Helmet Package

 

Includes: Net, Eyeshields, First Aid Pouch, Scrim, Reflector Disc and Cricket

 

Normandy Invasion Helmet and liner…$340.00




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.

Airborne Rigger Pouch...$15.00.

 



Paratrooper Pocket Patches

   

Excellent reproductions of original pocket patches.  These were sewn to the breast pocket of field and flight jackets.  These are machine embroidered on twill or wool, or hand-sewn bullion.  Each patch is respective in size to it's original counterpart.  Most are 3 3/4" wide.  The 509th PIB is 5 3/4" Tall by 4 1/2 Wide, so on and so forth.

Here is the list in order;
Top Row
Generic - 501st PIR - 502nd PIR - 503rd PIR - 504th PIR - 505th PIR 506th PIR

Bottom Row
508th PIR - 509th PIB - 513th PIR - 517th PIR - 541st PIR - 462nd PFAB

 
Generic...$20.00

501st....$20.00

502nd....$20.00

503rd....$20.00

504th....$20.00

505th....$20.00

506th....$20.00

508th....$20.00

509th....$20.00

513th....$20.00

517th....$20.00

541st....$20.00

462nd....$20.00




Reproduction Paratrooper Gloves 

100% leather construction.  Sized, Medium - Large - X-Large

 

Paratrooper Gloves Medium....$25.00

Paratrooper Gloves Large....$25.00

Paratrooper Gloves X-Large....$25.00

 

 

Reproduction WWII Jeep Cap 

100% Wool, no seam construction.  
One size fits all.  
Wash in cold water, air dry only!

 

Jeep Cap....$25.00.

 

Reproduction A4 Mechanics Cap

100% Wool, no seam construction.  
One size fits all.  
Wash in cold water, air dry only!

A4 Mechanics Cap...$25.00.

 

Reproduction Helmet Net, OD#3 3/4" pattern

                          Helmet Net OD#3…$15.00.

 


Reproduction Helmet Net, OD#7 3/4" pattern

 

                          Helmet Net OD#7…$15.00.

 


Reproduction D-Day Paratrooper Cricket

Excellent reproduction of the cricket used by paratroopers on D-Day. 

 

                       Cricket...$10.00 each 

 

 
 

 Reproduction Paratrooper First Aid Kit OD#3

Made for use as an impression only.  Very popular item!  

 

                          First Aid Pouch...$25.00 each.  

 


Reproduction Helmet Net Scrim

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.

 

                          Helmet Net Scrim...$15.00 each

 


Reproduction Reflector Disc 

  

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.  

 

  Reflector Disc...$18.00 each.

 

 
 

Original WWII M-44 Eyeshields

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

                         Original WWII M-44 Eyeshields...$20.00