Show me your Game Used NFL Helmet

[yosef777]

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I am not sure why Schutt went to the double wire mask. I assume, as you did, it was for more strength and protection.
As far as the modern mask designs it would be a combination of reducing the weight of the mask and increasing protection as well as improving safety (reducing concussions). Many of the new mask designs extend further onto the helmet shell, which in theory allows the mask to absorb some of the impact from the helmet shell (skull and brain) and therefore reducing concussions.

[EA884]

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Yosef, just out of curiosity, what did the manufacturers such as Schutt find in the double wire facemask design that they felt the need to produce them? I assume it would be for added strength but I was hoping you could shed some light on this. Also, any history on how they came up with the designs for today's facemasks?

[yosef777]

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Great, rare helmet! I am not familiar with a specific player wearing a Rawlings Ridge but that doesn't mean it didn't happen. Most players in that era wore Riddells but I know Ken Stabler wore Wilson and soon thereafter some players wore Bike. The Ridges were in production from 1977 thru 1978, you should see a date stamp on the back of the helmet outside shell. I would google Getty for Raider images during 1977 thru 1980ish. BTW, the mask is probably not appropriate as the double wire Schutt masks didn't appear until the the early 1980's but again you never know maybe somebody wanted to update their favorite helmet.

[sjsinohio]

HND-9 Rawlings Ridge Helmet

I came across this HND-9 Rawlings Ridge helmet a while back and the seller said it may have been used by the Raiders at one time but he couldn't say for sure. I was wondering if anyone more knowledgeable than me could verify if any Raider actually wore a Rawlings Ridge helmet. It is a large helmet (7 5/8 - 7 3/4) and it looks like the decal residue on the side of the helmet is shaped like the Raiders decal.

[tom1315]

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Picked up a 2009 game worn helmet of New England Patriots CB Leigh Bodden. Gamers from the Patriots are tough to locate. This one has a 2008 recertification sticker, Riddell July 2005 shell manufacture date and Schutt mask dated December 2008. Two top facemask clips dated 01/07. Nice use on the shell and facemask. I think I've matched to several games in 2009 versus the Jets and others…need to do some more homework…but a really nice addition to my growing NFL gamers.

Tom

Go Pack! NC State 1981 alumni

[JDubbs73]

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Lane, shoot me an email when you have a minute. Quick question for you. Thanks.

[bagbig]

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Thanks!!! Yeah, I recently picked it up. It sold in a American Memorabilia years ago.

[JDubbs73]

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Congrats Bagbig! Another beauty. Was it a recent acquisition? I recall seeing it sell once before sometime back.

[bagbig]

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I picked up this Charley Taylor Game-Worn, Inscribed & Signed Redskins Helmet “#42 My Skins ‘R” Gamer, HOF 84”

[sjsinohio]

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Thanks alot for the advice. I am very happy with the find. I am not sure if I will sell this or not, but I do need to consider college loans. Once I get more pictures ill post them.

[yosef777]

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sjsinohio,
What a find and what a great, not to mention, truly rare helmet model! Judging from the response of a few of the members (i.e., send me a pm asap ?
! : ), I am assuming a lot of members are interested in obtaining it from you. Know that is it is quite valuable and you should price accordingly. The article linked below from Helmet Hut details the majority of its information but there are few other notables. Besides the rare paint and decals, which as HH mentioned only lasted a few years (and usually got painted over making it very rare in as well) the specific model is a RK 'Husky' model. That by itself is quite unusual and rare to see. It appears to me to be the 2" wide, center stripe "husky" version, there was a 1.5" wide, center stripe as well. Also, the fact that is has the foam padded "concussion" padding intact, below the suspension webbing, is amazing. Again this was not something that was standard, although it was more common than the "husky" model. It was an upgrade available from Riddell at the factory or from Riddell via the aftermarket to EQ managers. In any case it is rare to find it intact as it was somewhat persihable having been made from foam padding and therefore adds to the value. Hope that helps and enjoy your treasure : )

http://helmethut.com/Redskins/Pierce.html

[JDubbs73]

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Fantastic helmet. Shoot me an email when you have a moment. Thanks.

[helmets]

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Very nice helmet. Send me a PM when you get a minute.

[icollectDCsports]

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Here is a helmet I found a few weeks ago. Ill put up more pics later. Its a game used Washington Redskins Helmet. Was just sitting in someones basement. Got it for cheap. Its a match to the one that Helmet Hut has on their site. Thoughts?

Likely belonged to Charlie Harraway. Please send me a PM.

[sjsinohio]

Re: Show me your Game Used NFL Helmet

Here is a helmet I found a few weeks ago. Ill put up more pics later. Its a game used Washington Redskins Helmet. Was just sitting in someones basement. Got it for cheap. Its a match to the one that Helmet Hut has on their site. Thoughts?