Canadian Forces M1 Steel Helmet With Woodland Cover

The Canadian Forces M1 Steel Helmet with Woodland Cover is a standard-issue protective helmet used by Canadian military personnel during the late 20th century. Modeled after the American M1 design, this helmet features a sturdy steel shell and an adjustable liner system, providing effective ballistic and impact protection. The woodland camouflage cover is crafted from durable fabric and is designed to reduce visibility in temperate forest environments, aligning with NATO camouflage standards of the era. This helmet configuration was commonly issued from the 1960s into the late 1980s, serving in various training and operational contexts both domestically and overseas. The item typically includes the steel shell, plastic/fiberglass liner, web suspension, and a snap chinstrap for secure fit, along with a removable cloth cover. It reflects the transitional period in Canadian military headgear prior to the adoption of composite helmets in the 1990s. This helmet is a representative example of Cold War-era Canadian combat equipment.