Vintage Vietnam War M-1 Parish Dana Helmet, P64 Liner, Cover- Military Army WWII

Description: Get M1 For The Road™Here at 'Get M1 For The Road', we're big fans of ALL things M1 helmet related! Lately we've found ourselves with too many M1 items and not enough free space, so it's time to thin the herd a bit. Our loss is your gain! Up for grabs - right here, right now, right away - is an M1 shell from the late 60's (Vietnam War Era) and a matching liner. Further details are listed below:Intelligence Brief: This helmet is complete, but it's been through a lot. It's seen some action, no doubt. I've had the liner (hardhat) and shell (lid) for a while, but I'm trying to trim the fat a little. I'm selling them both together as a set and I'm pretty sure that's how I bought them - way back when. They're in good shape and there's nothing torn or broken off (like the webbing or loops/bails). On top of that, I'm including an ERDL cover and rubber innertube band for FREE. Keep them on the helmet or don't, they're free regardless. (They were given to me recently, but I have no use for them - perhaps YOU do.) This helmet's 'been there', so please look carefully at all of the photos before you even THINK about buying - I don't do refunds. Without further ado, here are all of the details: ----OPERATIONAL SPECIFICS----Liner SitRep: This one is a cotton duck version of the 'P64' model and is in decent overall condition. There's a stamp in the crown which reads "US 7". The liner/suspension is from March of '69 (it's hard to read in the pics, though), the nape strap is from the 70's (but the date stamp has long worn off), and the headband is from '70 (these last two accessories got replaced often). The biggest flaws of the liner are: 1) There's some fraying on the edge, 2) The 'A' washers have some corrosion, and 3) The super-cool metallic green paint is pretty worn. I assume that it was done for 'military reasons', but it's the only liner I've ever seen in this color. All that aside, it's in good shape and is COMPLETE. (Most liners on eBay are missing the nape strap... at the very least.)Shell SitRep: This one was made by the Parish Division of the Dana Corp. between 10/68 & 8/69. The heat stamp reads '0551'. The chin straps are the '73 version and were added after the Vietnam War ended. There are no dents, but each side has a pretty long crack near the bail/loop. As for the paint, there's some chips and scratches. (You can use the cover to hide them or display it nekkid to show off its battle scars.) As I mentioned before, this helmet's been through a lot. I can't say for CERTAIN that it saw action in Vietnam, but it definitely COULD have.REQUISITIONED SUPPLIES: I recently acquired this ERDL camo cover (made in '76) and a cut innertube band to go with it. In Vietnam, many Marines used innertubes as cover bands. That being said, the Marines in Vietnam used ERDL covers from '71-'75, but by then, most had been issued the same elastic cover bands used by the Army. To put it another way: I've seen plenty of photos with Marines using innertube bands with the older Mitchell covers and I've also seen plenty of photos with Marines using ERDL covers, but with the Army bands --- so never the two freebies together. FINAL NOTE: I usually have a number of other items listed as well. I WILL put together bundle deals to save you money. Just let me know before buying. Also, I have a few spare (post-WWII) M1 parts, so just ask if you're looking for anything in particular.------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Please take a look at the pics and item specifics for any other information you may require. If you have any questions or need more pics, just ask - I'm here to help. At times, I DO end some listings early and without notice (if there are no bids or best offers pending). So bid, buy, or make me an offer early - before someone else does.Bundle Deals & Best Offers: In most cases, I CAN offer discounts if you're interested in purchasing more than one of my items. One example may be: buy one item - then get 10-40% off a second one (just let me know before buying/paying). I may also lower the price on certain individual items. I'm here to QUICKLY sell stuff, not to get top dollar. It never hurts to inquire about ANY listing(s), just keep in mind that someone else may buy it up in the time it takes for me to get back to you. So, please feel free to ask, as every polite offer or question will get a response!Payment & Shipping: Payment is expected within a couple of days and our listings are sold AS IS, therefore no refunds will be given. If you have any questions (or want more pics), please ask BEFORE buying. Also, if you have 10 or lower feedback, please contact me before buying. FREE USPS shipping to buyers with a U.S. address in ALL 50 States plus D.C. and our territories (including P.O. boxes) - but NO INTERNATIONAL. Due to my work schedule, it may (rarely) take up to 3 business days before I can ship it out. My apologies if that's the case.Thank you for viewing our auction(s) and have a nice... eBay! Item ID#: P75(010/24)bo70

Price: 75 USD

Location: Hercules, California

End Time: 2024-11-11T03:44:49.000Z

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