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New Unissued Original USGI M81 Woodland Camouflage Helmet Cover for M1 Steel Pot – Cold War Era

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$14.95
ORIGINUSA
ERACold War
CONDITIONNew
Genuine surplus · Final sale
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New Unissued Original USGI M81 Woodland Camouflage Helmet Cover for M1 Steel Pot – Cold War Era
FIELD NOTES

New Unissued Original USGI M81 Woodland Camouflage Helmet Cover for the M1 Steel Pot — Cold War Era, Genuine U.S. Military Surplus

An original, never-issued U.S. government cover for the M1 steel helmet, in the M81 Woodland camouflage pattern adopted with the 1980s Battle Dress Uniform. It comes from the steel pot’s final years of service, just before the Kevlar PASGT helmet replaced it. The cover has foliage slits for tucking in natural camouflage. We tested it on an M1 steel pot, and it fits perfectly. It works best held in place with a cat eye helmet band, and it gives a bare steel pot its 1980s Cold War look.

Verified Info:

  • Item: Camouflage cover for the M1 steel helmet
  • Pattern: M81 Woodland
  • Era: Cold War
  • Features: Foliage slits
  • Condition: New, unissued
  • Fit: Tested on an M1 steel pot
  • Markings: No contract stamp
  • Issue type: Genuine USGI surplus, not a reproduction

Fits: M1 steel helmets.
Not for: the PASGT Kevlar helmet, which uses a different cover.

Included: One helmet cover.
Not included (sold separately): Steel pot, liner, chin strap, headband, and cat eye band.

Ideal for: M1 helmet restoration, Cold War and 1980s impressions, reenactors, and collectors.

Also available: This cover comes with our “Steel Pot + Liner + M81 Cover” helmet option.

Condition Note: New and unissued. It may show light storage wear, and it has no contract stamp. Please review the photos. Email PottstownArmyNavy@gmail.com for more photos and questions.

GOOD TO KNOW
Is this real military issue?
Yes. Items in our Genuine Surplus section are government or military issue, not reproductions. We describe origin, era and condition from the markings and our own research. If a listing also offers a reproduction version, that option is clearly labeled “Repro.”
Why does surplus sometimes have storage marks or a smell?
A lot of surplus spent years in military warehouses. We note anything significant in the condition details. Most storage odors fade with airing out or washing; follow the care label where there is one.
How does military sizing work?
Military clothing is often sized by chest or waist plus length, like “Medium-Regular.” Check the Size & fit chart when there is one, or call (610) 323-8000 and we’ll measure the actual item for you.
Can I return it?
Genuine surplus is final sale, so please check the photos, condition notes and size before you buy. New merchandise and items labeled “Repro” are returnable under our return policy. Either way, if something arrives damaged or isn’t as described, contact us within 3 days of delivery and we’ll make it right.
How fast does it ship?
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Can I pick it up instead?
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