---
product_id: 112094935
title: "Vietnam Era M-1C Airborne Helmet"
brand: "moore militaria"
price: "R3171"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 1
category: "Moore Militaria"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/112094935-vietnam-era-m-1c-airborne-helmet
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
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# Complete with period-correct helmet liners & bands Authentic Vietnam-era Airborne chinstraps Original steel shell, vintage toughness Vietnam Era M-1C Airborne Helmet

**Brand:** moore militaria
**Price:** R3171
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🪖 Own the legacy. Wear the legend.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Vietnam Era M-1C Airborne Helmet by moore militaria
- **How much does it cost?** R3171 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- moore militaria enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted moore militaria brand quality
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## Key Features

- • **Complete Vintage Kit:** Includes original sweatband, nape strap, chin cups, and authentic Mitchell cover for full period accuracy.
- • **Military-Grade Durability:** Robust steel construction weighing 1.8 kg ensures rugged protection and vintage resilience.
- • **Collector-Approved Condition:** Very good to excellent condition liners and components, perfect for display or reenactment prestige.
- • **Customizable Camouflage Bands:** Choose between Army elastic or USMC inner tube style bands to match your style or collection.
- • **Iconic Vietnam-Era Authenticity:** Own a piece of airborne history with original 1960s steel shell and unissued chinstraps.

## Overview

The Moore Militaria Vietnam Era M-1C Airborne Helmet is a meticulously preserved original steel helmet from the 1960s, featuring authentic unissued Vietnam-era chinstraps, period-correct liners, and camouflage bands. Weighing 1.8 kg and crafted from durable steel, this medium-sized helmet is a collector’s dream, blending military-grade durability with historical authenticity, perfect for enthusiasts, reenactors, or those seeking a standout vintage statement piece.

## Description

M-1C Airborne Helmet, Complete, VN. This helmet features an original steel M-1 helmet shell in EXC condition with correct unissued Vietnam era M1-C Airborne chinstraps (they have the male snaps for the liner). Helmet liners are VG to EXC condition 1960's dated liners. The helmet liners are correct Airborne liners with A-Straps and female press stud snaps to attach to the helmet chinstrap. Sweatband and nape strap are in unissued condition and are DSA dated, 1972 or earlier. Chin cups are in EXC condition. Complete with new reproduction Mitchell Cover or G to VG used condition original Mitchell Cover depending on availability. Helmet includes the correct elastic helmet band for the time period marked "Band, Helmet, Camouflage, US" without reflective "cat eyes." We can build the helmet with a USMC style Inner tube band if you prefer, please just message us when you order if you would prefer the USMC style. The default band you will receive is the Army style Elastic Band.

Review: Exactly what I had in Vietnam. Only issue is ... - Exactly what I had in Vietnam. Only issue is that one of the straps won't go around the back of the helmet.

## Features

- Vintage
- Very Good Condition

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00SCAVVSA |
| Brand | Moore Militaria |
| Brand Name | Moore Militaria |
| Color | Green |
| Customer Reviews | 5.0 5.0 out of 5 stars (1) |
| Date First Available | January 20, 2015 |
| Inner Material | Nylon, Polyester |
| Item Weight | 1.8 Kilograms |
| Manufacturer | Moore Militaria |
| Material | steel |
| Model Name | M-1C |
| Outer Material | Steel |
| Part Number | M-1C Airbonrne Helmet Complete VN |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Motorcycling |
| Size | Medium |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Moore Militaria
- **Color:** Green
- **Model Name:** M-1C
- **Outer Material:** Steel
- **Size:** Medium

## Images

![Vietnam Era M-1C Airborne Helmet - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51sur2Cgz7L.jpg)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Exactly what I had in Vietnam. Only issue is ...
*by M***T on February 23, 2016*

Exactly what I had in Vietnam. Only issue is that one of the straps won't go around the back of the helmet.

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*Product available on Desertcart South Africa*
*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-02-26*