Original U.S. WWII Service Worn 2nd Type M38 Tanker Helmet by MSA with M-1944 Style Goggles Books & Films Side panels also have extended

Side panels also have extended straps to bottoms which act as the chinstrap

with a a triangular lever on the pommel of the bayonet moving the bayonet lock

This plating is completely mirror bright

This model was first produced in 1887 and continued production until 1894 when it was replaced with the Mark two from 1894 until 1897

and used percussion caps to fire (rather than the flintlocks of the 18th century

Original U.S. WWII Service Worn 2nd Type M38 Tanker Helmet by MSA with M-1944 Style Goggles Books & Films Side panels also have extendedOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice service worn WWII example of the 2nd Type M38 tanker helmet used by American tank crews in world war two. This design was released later in the war, and was simplified, with fewer snaps and extra straps. It still retained the iconic look, and springs to hold down the side flaps. The top of the helmet interior is embossed with a stylized MSA logo, for Mine Safety Appliances of Evans City,