Early-WWII Major's Fixed Loop McCord M1 Helmet Shell (Mid-1941)

This original McCord manufactured fixed loop M1 helmet shell is ID'd to Major Assad G. Ferris, serial number O-482622. View the Veteran's Information section for more details regarding Major Ferris's military service. The considerably early heat stamp of 40C 3 dates the helmet's production to mid-1941 - months before the United States entered the war. In addition to the original stenciled identification, it retains its original factory paint, cork texture, and khaki chinstraps. The chinstraps feature the early cast-brass buckle, carried over from the M1917A1 helmet. The early style fixed loops are strong and intact. This helmet would pair quite nicely with a first pattern Hawley, St. Clair, or even an experimental liner.