Vintage Cincinnati Bengals Logo Prototype Riddell Kra-lite RK2 Football Helmet

Description: Cincinnati Bengals VERY RARE 1968!! Vintage Cincinnati Bengals Logo Prototype Riddell Kra-lite RK2 Football Helmet The original 1968 prototype helmet was one of number of designs requested by Paul Brown The Bengals would not wear this design of helmet until 1980. They kept the original logo design and changed the facemask color. They only wore it for one season before changing yet again in 1981 to the classic Tiger stripe. Note please excuse the rain drops on the helmet it started to drizzle when I was taking the pictures RK2- suspension helmet comes with : Authentic Bengals decals, Gray Throwback face mask & Mounting hardware, 2-Point Riddell Low chinstrap Vintage Riddell Single Bar Mask with gold lettering The Bengals appeared of course in the orange shell that Brown had chosen, with the word “Bengals” on each side and they wore this through the 1980 season. The relatively unadorned helmet and uniform jersey that eschewed sleeve or shoulder numerals was another reflection of Brown’s understated and all-business style. Many football fans and especially Bengals fans were no doubt shocked by the radical departure demonstrated by the new Bengals uniforms, unveiled for the 1980 season. Perhaps Paul Brown or others in the organization became tired of hearing that “the Bengals still look too much like the Browns,” a comment made since the franchise had been formed. The answer to “Who was responsible for the great helmet design? This helmet is ridiculously beautiful! This is a serious collectors piece, A classic Riddell authentic helmet. A step back in time he adult size 7 3/8 suspension webbing Thin mil decals real Riddell leather jaw pads, gray toned Riddell chinstrap. Original paint gray inside just as the Riddell from the 1950's, 1960's & 70's. Unlike some other helmets you may find on the market these days are cheap knockoffs. Do not settle for a substitute. Demand the real thing! This helmet is like new for it's time frameand is in PRISTINE MINT condition Please bid with confidence, I have been selling on ebay for over 24 years A classic authentic Full Size Bengals Helmet Return Policy returns must be made within 14 days. Returns will refunded in the manner of payment less shipping. Any questions please ask. The item must be returned in the identical condition as when shipped - original tags attached, original packaging, Please check out my other auctions.As always, good luck and thank you for your interest! Notice To Purchaser: This helmet is being sold as a collectible product, for display purposed only. It is not intended for use as a protective helmet for football at any level of play. The helmet in the picture is the EXACT one you will receive.

Price: 434.95 USD

Location: Bridgewater, Virginia

End Time: 2024-11-30T18:28:42.000Z

Shipping Cost: 28 USD