WWI Doughboy Helmet US 2nd Infantry Experimental Pre Mass Production Series Rare For Sale

The WWI Doughboy Helmet with Liner and Chinstrap is an original period item from the U S, featuring a unique design with a Native American face star. This collectible piece of militaria represents the conflict of WW I, making it a significant historical artifact for collectors and history enthusiasts. With its authentic components and cultural significance, this helmet offers a tangible connection to the past and serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made during the Great War. Helmet Type: Hand-painted markings of this style are commonly found on M1917 (\"Doughboy\") or M1 helmet shells/linersIn the U.S. M1917 heat stamp system, an \"X\" prefix indicates an experimental or early trial batch rather than a standard mass-production lot.These experimental helmets frequently feature early trial liners associated with contractors such as R.H. Long, a primary manufacturer of military web gear and helmet components during the periodThe design represents the U.S. Army\'s 2nd Infantry Division, historically used on helmets during and after World War I