The Model 1973 (Romanian: Casca model 1973) is a Romanian steel helmet used by the army of Romania, introduced in 1973 in the Army of the Socialist Republic of Romania.

The Romanian M73 is influenced by the earlier Romanian M39 (which itself was a copy of the Dutch M34) This helmet also has a smaller and less flared skirt compared to the M39 and has a raw edge instead of the rolled edge of the M39 style. 

The liner features 4 x large leather flaps backed by felt that cover the entire interior of the helmet between the leather flaps and the felt, is a band of white leather to further increase comfort (on this white leather is usually manufacturing year and factory stamps).

The adjustable nape strap at the back of the M39 is retained, but enlarged becoming more of a flap, adjusted by a strap and a buckle. The hole at the rear of the skirt is used for attaching the helmet to a backpack. The adjustable 4-point chin strap with a double D-ring to secure it is a unique feature not seen on other models.

Dimensions: 27.5cm L x 23.5cm W x 14.5cm H

Weight: 1.3kg

Perfect for the avid military collector, fancy dress costumes, movie and theatre productions and props.

Please note: These are original military surplus items therefore there may be some colour, quality and style variation to the image shown. Items are picked at random and no two items are exactly the same.