Original WWI U.S. Marine Corps Supply Company 5th Marines M1917 Doughboy Helmet - 2nd Division Martini-Henry Bayonets Barrel Length: 7 inches

Barrel Length: 7 inches

we can show that these were the property of the 7th Earl Of CARDIGAN

The colored X's indicate the type of lubricants used on the set

I rather assume the case's interior was re done in this European style at the time the system was converted to Breech Loading

The belt loop is intact and sound

Original WWI U.S. Marine Corps Supply Company 5th Marines M1917 Doughboy Helmet - 2nd Division Martini-Henry Bayonets Barrel Length: 7 inchesOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is an extremely rare example of an original U. S. Marine Corps M1917 "Doughboy" helmet, which is marked on the front with a 1st Battalion, 6th Marines, 2nd Infantry Division insignia. All U. S. M. C. WWI helmets are rare, but particularly those bearing specific unit insignia. The paint is in very good condition both inside and outside the helmet, with only light wear from service. The liner is also in quite nice