Helmets & Things

Helmets & Things Creating custom replica helmets from the old days for farewells or achievements in the Military.

This replica Military helmet is a novelty item only and is not made for, intended for, nor designed use as protective headgear under any circumstances.

04/14/2026

Drop a hint to your battle buddy, someone in the command team, or your #1 NCO

let them know you’re interested 👀

Add it to an email “by accident,”
throw in an extra training slide during a meeting—
“oops, wrong presentation…”,
just casually bring it up in conversation or the
“I didn’t mean to share this post with you..”

Before you know it…
you’re getting a helmet for them,
and they’re getting a helmet for you.

🎖 Perfect for:
ETS | PCS | Retirement | Promotions | Just because

Custom. Weathered. Built with pride.
Helmets and Things

More mud helmets dropping.Because not everybody wants a helmet that looks like it just came out of a museum case. Some p...
04/11/2026

More mud helmets dropping.

Because not everybody wants a helmet that looks like it just came out of a museum case. Some people want grit, mud, abuse, and that true field-used look.

These are made to look like they’ve been through hell and back.

🪖 Vietnam-Inspired Helmets Built DifferentThis isn’t just a helmet—it’s a throwback to a different time.Each Vietnam-sty...
04/07/2026

🪖 Vietnam-Inspired Helmets
Built Different

This isn’t just a helmet—
it’s a throwback to a different time.

Each Vietnam-style helmet comes ready with the details:

Worn-down toothbrush.
Replica gr***de pins.
P-38 can opener.
Linked ammo belt.

The kind of gear that tells a story without saying a word.

While naturally aging a helmet like this would take years—sun, wear, and time—
we speed up that process through controlled distressing, coarse materials, and layered weathering techniques.

Weathered. Beat up. Broken in.
Just like it’s been through the field.

Add your custom writings—
“Front Toward Enemy”
Blood type
Hometown
Last 4

No two are the same.
Every piece is built with character.

Not made for display cases—
made to look like it came out of history.

🪖 Helmets and Things More Than Just MP helmets Not all our helmets are MP helmets.We’ve expanded.Medical.OC/T.Armor.Arti...
04/06/2026

🪖 Helmets and Things

More Than Just MP helmets

Not all our helmets are MP helmets.
We’ve expanded.

Medical.
OC/T.
Armor.
Artillery.
…and more.

Because service doesn’t look the same across the board—
and your story shouldn’t either.

Every helmet is built to reflect the job you did, the unit you served with, and the pride that comes with it.
Different MOS… same grit.

Even though these helmets haven’t been worn in Army service for decades,
you can still honor that legacy—
by putting your unit logo on them and carrying that history forward.

Just because you aren’t an MP
doesn’t mean you can’t carry that same heritage.

These aren’t cookie-cutter pieces.
They’re customized, battle-worn, and made to represent you.

Your MOS. Your story. Your helmet.

🪖 Helmets and ThingsFrom Start to FinishEvery helmet starts as an idea.A reference photo, a memory, a unit, a story.We l...
04/06/2026

🪖 Helmets and Things
From Start to Finish

Every helmet starts as an idea.
A reference photo, a memory, a unit, a story.

We lay down the base paint first—nothing fancy yet, just the foundation.
Then we build it up. Layers. Markings. Details.

After that… we break it down.
Weather it. Beat it up. Make it look like it’s actually been through something.

Because clean helmets belong in museums.
Ours look like they came back from the field.

No two are the same.
Every scratch, every mark—it’s all intentional.

This isn’t just a helmet. It’s a story you can hold.

04/04/2026

Not historically perfect, just perfectly worn.

Been working on a new technique to add realistic “mud” effects to our helmets.Took some inspiration from Fury and Solo: ...
04/03/2026

Been working on a new technique to add realistic “mud” effects to our helmets.

Took some inspiration from Fury and Solo: A Star Wars Story—wanted that worn, battle-used look you actually feel when you see it.

Best but slow
Oil pants are the best for this technique
Long drying time (3 days)

For a faster textured look
Glue+sand+paint+corn starch = pretty good fake mud.

Not your average helmet.Each one of these is hand-painted, weathered, and built to stand out. No two are the same—becau...
04/01/2026

Not your average helmet.

Each one of these is hand-painted, weathered, and built to stand out.
No two are the same—because they’re not meant to be.

Vietnam-inspired. Custom. One-of-a-kind.

Whether it’s an MP helmet, medic style, rank design, or something personal—we can bring your idea to life.

⚠️ These are made for display and general wear only
Not intended for combat or protective use

If you’re looking for perfect replicas, this isn’t it.
If you want something with character—you’re in the right place.

Message me to start your custom build 🇺🇸

🚨 ATTENTION 🚨We want to be upfront with everyone.Recent tariffs and rising import costs have directly impacted materials...
03/20/2026

🚨 ATTENTION 🚨

We want to be upfront with everyone.

Recent tariffs and rising import costs have directly impacted materials we use—including specialty paint sourced from Spain.

In addition, due to changes in availability and supply, some helmet components that were previously sourced from Europe are now sourced from other suppliers overseas.

That increase doesn’t just stop at tariffs. It affects:
• Supply costs
• Shipping
• Availability

⚠️ As a result, prices are increasing effective immediately.

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🇺🇸 WHAT HASN’T CHANGED

Every helmet is still:
• Finished in the USA 🇺🇸
• Finished by hand
• Held to the same quality standard

No shortcuts. No compromises.

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🎯 WHY IT MATTERS

We choose materials based on:
• Performance
• Durability
• Authenticity

Not just where they come from.

That means using the best materials available worldwide while keeping all craftsmanship here at home.

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🤝 THANK YOU

We appreciate everyone who continues to support a small, veteran-owned business.

— Helmets & Things

Christmas came early
05/18/2025

Christmas came early

Helmets on the way out
05/16/2025

Helmets on the way out

Just making deliveries
05/16/2025

Just making deliveries

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