"Battle Battered" 2nd Naval Beach Battalion
"Battle Battered" 2nd Naval Beach Battalion
Relive the Allied landing with our M1 Helmet Shell Battle Battered 2nd Naval Beach Battalion! Equipped with movable flaps and bearing the insignia of the 2nd Naval Beach Battalion, this authentic helmet is patinated for a historical appearance. Ideal for collectors and passionate reenactors.
Shell
Shell
Infantry helmet shell, of Austrian origin, produced between 1975 and 1990. Original rear seam. The attachment loops swivel loops. The shell has been repainted in matte OD (Olive Drab), the color used by the U.S. Army between 1936 and 1944, and fitted with reproductions of early war helmet infantry chinstraps in khaki OD#3 webbing. This shell is painted in the colors of the 2nd Naval Beach Battalion and patinated for an aged and authentic effect.
Replica Liner
Replica Liner
Shell sold without liner
Fiber Liner
Fiber Liner
Shell sold without liner
Weight
Weight
1.5 kg
Materials
Materials
Shell: Steel
Chinstrap: Cotton
Hardware: Metal
Keep in mind
Keep in mind
All our helmet shells are made of steel and come from military surplus. Some of them are over 50 years old. They may show signs of use and age due to storage. Although they are repainted and refurbished, some evidence of their past use remains visible.
Size
Size
The shell is sold alone but fits all M1-type liners.
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"Battle Battered" 2nd Naval Beach Battalion
The 2nd Naval Beach Battalion played a crucial role during the Normandy landing on June 6, 1944. Tasked with securing the beaches and guiding the troops, they faced perilous conditions. A notable achievement was the installation of markers under heavy fire, ensuring a safer landing for Allied forces and contributing to the success of Operation Overlord.
"Battle Battered" 2nd Naval Beach Battalion design
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"Battle Battered" 2nd Naval Beach Battalion paint
The paint used on this Battle Battered version is the same as on our other helmets. It is an Olive Drab tint used by the U.S. Army between 1936 and 1944. The insignia of the 2nd Naval Beach Battalion is patinated like the rest of the shell.
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"Battle Battered" 2nd Naval Beach Battalion texture
The texture of the "cork" is crushed and patinated to give a worn effect to the helmet. This is an appearance found on original US M1 helmets.
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"Battle Battered" 2nd Naval Beach Battalion chinstrap
Reproduction of the early-war elevated-bar chinstrap, infantry version, patinated. It is artificially worn and soiled to give a used and aged appearance to this 2nd Naval Beach Battalion helmet shell.
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