Original U.S. Military Academy West Point Shako Helmet - Circa 1915 Military Flare Guns were generally carried in saddle

were generally carried in saddle holsters

The bolt moves freely

friction igniters

it was found that the net effect of the additional drag of the turrets and the extra weight of the guns

Reaction to the drab model was generally positive over the years

Original U.S. Military Academy West Point Shako Helmet - Circa 1915 Military Flare Guns were generally carried in saddleOriginal Item: Only One Available. This a very nice example of an early 20th century West Point cadets parade shako. It is missing the plume (very common). The front brass badge reads Duty, Honor, Country, West Point, MDCCC, USMA. Leather liner reads has faded gold embossed maker information. West Point, New York is the home of the United States Military Academy. The stiff patent leather peak retains the brass edging and the Academy brass helmet plate