US Army Paratrooper Helmet Chin Strap
Good used condition. Fully functional and field-ready, with light wear and typical service markings.
Genuine Issue Surplus
KEY FEATURES
This genuine US Army Paratrooper Helmet Chin Strap completes any post-war airborne M1 helmet setup.
Authentic Airborne Design
Originally designed for airborne troops, this cotton canvas chin strap secures an M1 helmet liner during jumps. The shaped two-piece chin cup cradles the jaw firmly. This helps stop the steel helmet rocking back and forth during sudden movements or parachute drops. It provides the exact look needed for Cold War and Vietnam War US paratrooper helmet restorations.
Adjustable Eyelet Fitment
Each end of the webbing features four blackened metal eyelets. These grommets slot directly onto the wire buckles of your helmet liner's A-straps (yokes). Having multiple eyelets allows you to adjust the tension easily for a snug fit. The reinforced eyelet rings stop the cotton fabric from tearing when pulled tight against the hardware under tension.
Durable Canvas Webbing
Made from heavy-duty OD-7 olive drab cotton webbing, the strap is built to handle rough field use and sweat. Folded edges and heavy bar-tack stitching keep the centre chin cup strong under strain. As genuine surplus in Grade 1 condition, these straps show authentic military heritage and minor age marks while remaining fully functional for displays or field use.
Complete your M1 airborne helmet with this genuine surplus US Army paratrooper chin strap.
This item was used by the US Army during the Late Cold War (1961–1991) and is in Grade 1 condition. It is in very good condition with plenty of life left. We recommend giving it a wash before wearing.
| Product Code | SKU6795K |
| Department | Equipment |
| Condition/Grade | Grade 1 |
| Era | Late Cold War (1961–1991) |
| Issuing Country | US |
| Service | Army |
| Material | 100% Woven Cotton Webbing |
| Compatibility | US M1 / M1C Helmet Liners with A-Yokes |
| Hardware | 8 Blackened Metal Eyelets (4 per side) |
| Design | Split Two-Piece Parachutist Chin Cup |
| Military Specification | MIL-S-43355 / FSN 8415-032-2738 |
| Colour / Pattern | Green |
| Gender | Unisex |
| Key Features | Heavy Duty Canvas, Adjustable Fit, Lightweight |
| Activities | Historical Reenactment, Airsoft & Paintball |
Grade 1 represents solid, fully functional military surplus that has been deployed or issued but remains in great usable condition with plenty of life left.
- Functionality: 100% field-ready. All main zippers, press studs, drawstrings, and buckles work as intended with no critical faults.
- Fabric & Wear: Structurally sound with light cosmetic wear, minor abrasion, or subtle fading from normal military use and laundering.
- Markings & Personalisation: May feature soldier names, unit numbers, service markings, or light depot stamps written on tags or fabric.
- Repairs: May include neat, professional military-standard stitches or minor reinforcement patches that do not compromise gear integrity.
- Storage & Cleanliness: Gear is serviceable straight out of the box, though a standard initial wash or airing is recommended to clear typical military surplus storage scent and minor handling dust.
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