French WWI Adrian Helmet

Adrian Helmet Reproduction

This Mil-Tec reproduction copies the Adrian helmet, the French Army's First World War steel helmet with its distinctive crest along the crown. It suits reenactors who need a correct-looking piece for a French WWI impression, collectors filling a gap on the shelf, and anyone dressing a display or film set. It is a commercial reproduction, not an original issue helmet.

Features

• Raised Crown Crest — A riveted comb runs front to back over the top of the shell, the feature that sets the Adrian apart from every other helmet of the war.
• Flaming Grenade Badge — The front carries the raised flaming grenade emblem, the insignia worn on French infantry helmets.
• Front Visor And Neck Guard — A peaked brim at the front and a flared rear skirt give the classic Adrian profile.
• Brim Edge Band — A separate band where the brim meets the skull follows the layered look of the original pressed construction.
• Dark Blue-Grey Finish — A flat, dark blue-grey paint keeps the surface low in shine for a period appearance.
• Adjustable Chin Strap — A brown chin strap with a metal slide buckle lets you set the length to sit the helmet securely.
• Mil-Tec Manufacture — Produced by Mil-Tec, a commercial maker of military-pattern clothing and reproduction gear.

Display And Reenactment

The shell shape, crest and badge are modeled on the helmet French troops wore in the trenches, so it reads correctly in photos and living history events. Treat it as a costume, display and collector piece. It is not sold as protective headgear and should not be relied on for impact or ballistic protection.