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M-1 Liner Suspension System “Adjustable Head Band III” While the spring clip was a marked improvement over snap fasteners, some would not stay "clipped" shut.

M-1 Liner Suspension System “Adjustable Head Band II” Head Band Spring Clip hardware is often referred to by collectors as "Alligator Clips".

M-1 Liner Suspension System “Adjustable Head Band I” Of all the issues the Army had with the newly designed liner assembly, the most egregious was the requirement for 13 different sizes of head band to create a proper fit.

Pub Talk "Should I leave a turd in the pot?" Every aspect of collecting has its own views on acceptable and unacceptable handling of items. Helmet collecting is no different having its own unique set of rules.

Camouflage Helmet Liner II The rest of the story What happened to all the Westinghouse Jungle Liners after their contract was cancelled?