Description
This WWI Doughboy Helmet is made true to the original M1917 pattern, traced from an authentic example uncovered at auction. The steel shell is crafted from 18 gauge steel, carefully shaped and heat-treated to mirror the toughness soldiers depended on in the trenches. The liner is built from metal and adjustable coated canvas, assembled with the same fittings and string arrangement that kept the helmet snug and stable during long marches and heavy combat. These helmets were standard issue for American infantrymen, offering vital protection against flying shrapnel and battlefield debris throughout the Great War. This piece stands as a faithful representation of early 20th-century military equipment, reflecting the straightforward functionality and rugged construction of the era.
- 18 gauge steel shell
- Weight: 2 lbs / 9-1/2 oz
Fun fact: The M1917 helmet, often called the “Doughboy helmet,” was actually based on the British Brodie helmet design but was adapted and produced in the United States, becoming a lasting symbol of American soldiers in World War I.
