Original U.S. WWI A.E.F. 503rd Engineer Battalion M1917 Helmet with Camouflage Textured Paint nChannel both the 1st and 2nd

both the 1st and 2nd Models were manufactured in a number of different “types” with a clear pattern of evolution that took place throughout their production

Notable features include

Karlsruhe on both the front and the back

Blame for the miscommunication has remained controversial

Original U.S. WWI A.E.F. 503rd Engineer Battalion M1917 Helmet with Camouflage Textured Paint nChannel both the 1st and 2ndOriginal Item: Only One Available. This genuine Great War helmet is a very fine example with excellent complete liner and chinstrap. It is authentic in every way. The shell has original period camouflage textured paint in yellow, black, green, dark reddish brown and blue. The front is marked with 503 over a Castle Insignia for the 503rd Engineer Service Battalion and A. E. F for the American Expeditionary Force. The shell is maker marked with the