Lot of Three Helmets Including US M1 Shell, and Luftschutz Civil Defense Helmet

1.) US M1 Helmet Shell. 7 X 9.5 X 11". Rear seam swivel bail helmet shell without liner. Heat mark to interior brim is rusted over leaving only the first two digits, 19, visible. Green painted sand textured finish overall. Item is missing the liner, and the strap has been torn, leaving only the buckles in place. Dome dented from both the outside and inside with two cracks running from the rear right edge.

2.) Luftschutz Civil Defense Helmet. 6.5 X 10 X 11". Blue painted finish with rolled edge, aluminum interior band, leather suspension, and a fading manufacturer decal to interior rear. Helmet is vented on both sides and shows the Luftschutz seal on the brow.

3.) Brass Fireman pattern Helmet. 8.5 X 8.25 X 10.25. Brass helmet with soldered seam and riveted vented comb. No visible maker markings. Leather suspension.

This lot is located in Cincinnati.

Condition
1.) Fair. Missing liner. Shows some brown patina and rust with flaking paint overall. Two cracks forming through the rear of the helmet. 2.) Good. Flaking paint overall with brown patina and oxidation. Interior decal is illegible. Liner flaking and cracked with disintegrated dome.3.) Very Good. An even deep tarnish overall with some scratches and abrasions. Some further light dents. Leather stained, cracking, and crazed.