USA WWI Experimental Deep Salade Helmet now faded with age

now faded with age

These buttons have been secured by a previous collector using a few additional threads through the shank to hold the under tab in place—this modification can be easily removed if desired

Period photographs show the bonnet being worn with both full dress and service dress

A very nice condition all leather skull

we are reminded of the harsh realities faced by those who wore these caps

USA WWI Experimental Deep Salade Helmet now faded with ageA rare and highly distinctive example of the U. S. Armys experimental headgear from the final stages of World War I; the Deep Salade helmet represents one of the largest and most dramatic designs trialed during this period. This particular piece retains its original coarse sand textured painted finish, with the original steel liner band intact. The three pad liner system remains present with its original rexine inner pouches, though the interior pads