WWII WW2 US Army Airborne M2 Front Seam D Bale Para Helmet 557C Stamp READ

Description

WWII WW2 US Army Airborne M2 Front Seam D Bale Paratrooper Helmet Named READ.  Helmet is likely put together or reconditioned to be an M2.  Has D-Bale for Airborne troops, but bales run vertical and do not flare out.  Stamped 557C on front rim as shown.  Liner marked Inland w/ 22.  Has paratrooper A straps and chin strap as shown.  Suspension has name Herbert S Kaufman 12267842 written on leather.  inside of liner has # C-0882 stamped inside.  Suspension straps have some flaws as shown.  See photos.
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