Original Wwii Army

Untouched Dual-Era WWII Artifact that tells a complete story from factory to fleet:The Shell: A rare, early Summer 1942 McCord Fixed-Bale shell (Lot 154B). The Factory Trace: Verified by a yellow inspector's fingerprint inside the crown. Wartime Wear: Features an authentic front stress crack and a snapped bale, both classic traits of brittle early-war Hadfield manganese steel. The Navy Career: Transformed into a Navy Damage Control / Firefighter helmet, designated by the red rim and red paint remnants on the exterior cork texture.   

ORIGINAL WWII US ARMY AIRBORNE PARATROOPER M1C HELMET SHELL, FRONT SEAM.   

(2) Two Original WWII U. Army Willys MB Jeep Front Leaf Springs. These have been restored and are ready to install, leaves show virtually no wear, has correct clips and new bushings installed.   

One that may be a name/initials appears to be etched in the leather by hand. The remaining markings appear to be stamped. Most prominent is the half curved markings "HERMAN KAUFMAN" and below it BERLIN N. I found this item myself about 10 years ago in a long sealed-up surplus store warehouse within a large tri-wall cardboard container having many very old field gear odds-&-ends that were primarily US.   

   Army M1 Combat Helmet Fixed Loop "Bale" Front Seam, Westinghouse Liner. WWII United States Army M1 Combat Helmet Fixed Loop "Bale" Front Seam, Westinghouse Liner - Exceptionally Clean Issued Condition. As Photographed with wear and age as seen (please see photos for condition). A Great Candidate for any Collection, War Room, or Display. Recent Estate Collection Acquisition & Presented as Acquired. Check back often - we search estates and sources across the world to bring a fine selection of militaria. Please review all photos for details regarding the condition of the item ...

ORIGINAL WWII US ARMY THOMPSON FRONT HANDLE WOODEN STOCK.   

ORIGINAL WWII US ARMY M1 HELMET SHELL, FRONT SEAM.   

ORIGINAL WWII US ARMY M1 HELMET SHELL, FRONT SEAM.   

ORIGINAL WWII US ARMY M1 HELMET SHELL, FRONT SEAM FIXED BAILED. RESTORED WITH NEW CHINSTRAPS AND PAINT JOB.