WWII US Army Air Forces (USAAF) M3 Flak Helmet
(WWIIM3)
LIMITED ITEM. SURPLUS - PREVIOUSLY OWNED. Once they are gone, we may not get any more. Sold As Is - NON-REFUNDABLE.
Designed for bomber crews in 1944, this authentic M3 flak helmet represents a critical evolution of the standard M-1 infantry helmet. Modified specifically to shield aviators from anti-aircraft flak and shrapnel, it features hinged steel ear flaps engineered to accommodate aviator headsets and communication equipment without interference. The M3's integrated web suspension system and headband are riveted directly into the steel shell—a departure from standard infantry designs that saved valuable space in cramped aircraft cabins. Interior padding combines green cotton webbing with brown wool or horsehair lining to cushion the wearer and reduce impact stress. The exterior showcases period flocked olive drab paint with a distinctive "velvet" finish. This specialized coating served a practical purpose: preventing aircrews' exposed skin from freezing to bare metal during high-altitude missions where temperatures plummeted far below zero. A rare piece of aviation history, this surplus helmet carries the authentic wear and patina of genuine service use. Limited availability—once gone, replacements are unlikely.
Features of the Helmet:
- Condition: Superb some storage issues that are shown in the pictures below
- All webbing is present along with one ear pad.
- Helmet retains some of the original coating on the outside of the helmet
NOTE: Over the years we have collected items with historical interest. The majority of our memorabilia is war related and we do not wish to offend anyone. We do not support or condone war but believe that historical items can remind us of our history, teach us about specific moments in time and hopefully prevent us from reliving any manmade horrific times in history. Any items we offer are intended for collectors of memorabilia and hopefully will be used for educational purposes. All of our collectables come from our own private collection via many X-service personnel and government auctions and have included Nazi party, Holocaust, Allgemeine and Waffen SS, Luftwaffe, Kriegsmarine, Kamikaze, Japanese, Australian, U.S., British items, etc. We should not forget our past but should endeavor to learn from its mistakes. It is our hope we never forget those that have died as a result of war. May god protect them!
LIMITED ITEM: Limited Availability. ONCE THEY ARE GONE WE WILL NOT GET ANY MORE. Usually available for pickup in our store in Las Vegas, or would ship ASAP. The purchaser is responsible for conforming to all applicable Country, State and Local laws. All items with a combined total of $100.00 or any collectable items (one of a kind) will be shipped with SIGNATURE REQUIRED.