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>Indrek Lepson wrote:
>I have seen many helmets, and as many helmet liners. They
>are fabric. Assuming that you COULD, and i doubt that it is
>possible, apply several coats of lacquer, and rub out, a soft,
>pliable concave surface, it would create a terrible chafe and
>perspiration problem to the wearer.

Greg Williams patiently replies:

Indrek,

Perhaps you are thinking of helmet covers, which are fabric. 
The M-1 Steel Helmet, adopted for use in the Army in 1941,
and used thru Vietnam,  had a second component, the M-
1941 helmet liner, a removable inner helmet constructed of
resin-impregnated cotton canvas. The liner had an internal,
adjustable suspension system and its own leather chin strap so
it could be worn without the steel shell for duty that did not
involve combat or combat training. A photo is attached.

My memory of the event which you question, while somewhat
faded, is accurate as to the description I gave. Most parade
and ceremonial helmets you see are not the full metal pot, but
painted liners.

Greg Williams






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