French Modèle 51 HR 1955 Helmet M1 Army Military Algerian War, Shell, Liner, Net

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 a French M51/Modele 51 helmet (which is based on the iconic American M1). The shell is from 1955 and it comes with a '56 liner. Further details are listed below:Intelligence Brief: This helmet is complete, but it's been around the block a few times. I've had the liner (hardhat) and shell (lid) for a while, but I'm trying to trim the fat a little. They're in good shape and there's nothing torn or broken off (like the webbing, rim, or loops/bails). On top of that, I'm including a helmet net and band for FREE. I'm not sure which country the net come from, but I bought it with some U.S. Army stuff and it's NOT from our military. It does look good on THIS helmet, however. The band looks to be handmade - possibly by a soldier. It's not elastic, it just seems to be a piece of canvas that was glued together at the ends. Keep them on the helmet or don't, they're free regardless. 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 BLUE plastic version of the '51' model and is in pretty good overall condition. There's a stamp in the crown which reads "1956 MPMP MARSEILLE N" (I think). This liner fits perfectly into the shell but from the military, it's from the Mobile Gendarmerie (again... I think). It's in pretty good shape aside from one repair: In the last few pics, you can see where a headband clip either broke or fell off and the soldier (or someone else) tied a piece of string to hold it in place. Aside from that, there's a little rust on a few of the A-washers and the leather is in good shape, but not great. Keep in mind that it's almost 70 years old - we should ALL be so lucky to look as good at that age.Shell SitRep: This one was made by HR (they also made liners, but I can't find out what the letters stand for). It would originally have had sewn or riveted chin straps, but these are clip ones. So... perhaps they aren't French. I'm not an expert on these Euro-clones - sorry, kids. Also, there are some chips to the paint, a few tiny dents, and a tad bit of white paint rub. (You can use the net cover to hide it all or display it nekkid to show off its battle scars.) Also-also, the paint 'grit' is THICK, man - like sandpaper. That makes it hard to move the net around. Don't say I didn't warn ya. This guy's been in the field, no doubt. I can't say for CERTAIN that it saw action in the Algerian War, but it definitely COULD have. 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#: B56.92P85(011/24)bo80

Price: 85 USD

Location: Hercules, California

End Time: 2024-12-10T05:00:22.000Z

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