Original U.S. Army WWII Hawley Trooper Pressed Fiber Sun Helmet in Box U.S. Machine Guns This skull is Aluminum construction

This skull is Aluminum construction

with much of the original finish

made of relatively thin leather with a simple snap closure

A very attractive display piece that still retains all of the detail on the insignia

these anecdotal tales are all I know of Dad's WWII experience

Original U.S. Army WWII Hawley Trooper Pressed Fiber Sun Helmet in Box U.S. Machine Guns This skull is Aluminum constructionOriginal Item: Only One Available. Introduced in 1940 these pressed fiber helmets remained in service for more than sixty years in tropical regions. These helmets were made by the Hawley Products Company and the International Hat Company. This example is a WW2 version in nearly unissued condition complete in the original box. The box is marked with maker logo and: HATTER DISNEY The helmet is adjustable and accommodates between a US 7 and 7 1 2. It is