Original U.S. Late Indian Wars Era Model 1872 Federal Issue Chasseur Style Pattern 5th Infantry Kepi With “I” Infantry Buttons MG 42 at the top left corners

at the top left corners after making comparisons with other examples we have seen

It does appear to be period

Golden Square London W

The best feature on this helmet is the hand painted 1st Infantry Division “Big Red One” on the front in a tan shield and what is now faded slightly

the inside was also painted below the liner with the darker paint

Original U.S. Late Indian Wars Era Model 1872 Federal Issue Chasseur Style Pattern 5th Infantry Kepi With “I” Infantry Buttons MG 42 at the top left cornersOriginal Item: Only one available. This is a fine example of a Indian Wars Federal Issue Model 1872 chasseur style kepi in good condition. As issued to both enlisted men and officers during this period. This Federal Chasseur Pattern Kepi features fabric of very fine blue wool broadcloth. The crown stands nearly 2 1 4" high at the front, 4 1 2" at the rear seam and the top is 4 1 2" in diameter, not stiffened with pasteboard. This example has a