Original WWI Portuguese M1915 Corrugated Steel Helmet with Chinstrap Japanese Artwork & Posters 5" x 2" x 42

5" x 2" x 42 1/4"

though particular units could use it if they desired

and protudes for easy removal

This example bears serial number CB 2485 on the barrel and stock

As it was originally intended as an "assault" ration to be issued for short durations

Original WWI Portuguese M1915 Corrugated Steel Helmet with Chinstrap Japanese Artwork & Posters 5" x 2" x 42Original Item: Only One Available. This is a nice example of a WWI issue M1915 Portuguese corrugated steel helmet. The M1915 helmet was the primary combat helmet used by the Armed Forces of Portugal during the WWI era, and was not replaced until the 1930s, when the British Brodie based Mk1 helmet was adopted. The M1915 was a lightweight helmet designed by British Major J. MacIntosh and produced in Birmingham, England. The corrugated bowl design was