US M1 helmet with Cpl. rank and heat stamp 54A

Early US M1 fixed bale helmet with heat stamp 54A indicating production mid 1941. The helmet retains up to 90% of its factory finish with a period overpainted Corporal rank in the front which can be seen peaking through the paint. The helmet retains its Seaman liner. Attractive and early US M1 helmet in very good condition!