Featured here is one of the most unique shallow water diving helmets ever made! This is a Model 15 helmet made by Morse Diving Equipment in Boston, MA. This was the only shallow water helmet Morse offered. They designed the helmet with a single large piece of curved glass. This allowed the diver a vast field of view. The curved window and overall design have also made this model a favorite among collectors.

The Model 15 Shallow Water helmet was first made by Morse in the early 1930s. While not as big of a seller as the Miller Dunn Divinhood Style 2 and 3, they were marketed towards police & fire units and the US Navy. This helmet features the factory serial number on the top edge of the brass window frame. This number dates the helmet to the late 1940s or possibly the 1950s.

The helmet has certainly been part of a number of underwater adventures. The copper body exhibits many typical working dents, please review detailed photos. The original carry handle is still present on top. The Morse ID plate is gone. Window frame is intact with a replacement acrylic window. The window has also seen a lot of work and is scratched up. The lead weight mounting studs are intact and in good condition. Originally this helmet would have had lead weight on the bottom. Without the weight, it does allow for much easier transport and moving of the helmet. This models design makes them an easy helmet to display with no need for a unique stand.

All diving helmets in this auction will be accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Nations Attic. The certificate will have a unique number that will match the number on a tamperproof hologram decal placed inside the helmet. This information will be kept on permanent file at Nations Attic and help ensure the provenance of the helmet and authenticity.

All items will be shipped with a signature required upon delivery and full insurance either via FedEx or the USPS. Worldwide shipping available. A shipping quote prior to the auction can be provided by emailing your postal code.