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− | The Shellmet is a [[Steam Workshop|community-created]] [[Cosmetic items|cosmetic item]] for the [[Soldier]]. It is a green American [[w:M1 helmet|M-1 military helmet]] similar to those distributed and worn during the Vietnam war. There is a black band wrapped around the helmet holding a | + | The Shellmet is a [[Steam Workshop|community-created]] [[Cosmetic items|cosmetic item]] for the [[Soldier]]. It is a green American [[w:M1 helmet|M-1 military helmet]] similar to those distributed and worn during the Vietnam war. There is a black band wrapped around the helmet holding ammo and gun oil<!-- looks a lot like a vintage plastic sunscreen bottle --> on each side. When worn, the Soldier also holds a cigarette in his mouth with the [[Particle effects#Genteel Smoke effect|"Genteel Smoke" particle effect]]. |
The Shellmet was [http://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=735400530 contributed] to the [[Steam Workshop]] under the name "Bullet Bowl". | The Shellmet was [http://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=735400530 contributed] to the [[Steam Workshop]] under the name "Bullet Bowl". | ||
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* Helmets often seen in Vietnam had a green camo pattern, and many soldiers would strap items on top for easy access, such as the ammo and canteen shown on this cosmetic. | * Helmets often seen in Vietnam had a green camo pattern, and many soldiers would strap items on top for easy access, such as the ammo and canteen shown on this cosmetic. | ||
+ | ** Given the notorious gun jamming issues of the Vietnam War, gun oil bottles were common [http://www.askahain.de/vietnam/vn-database-mirror/Topics/Helmitems.htm helmet band items]. | ||
*Smoking was common during wartime as a way to relieve stress from battle. | *Smoking was common during wartime as a way to relieve stress from battle. | ||
+ | * [[w:Fortunate Son|Fortunate Son]] was a Creedence Clearwater Revival song of 1969 that protested the unfairness of the Vietnam War. | ||
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File:Steamworkshop_tf2_shellmet_thumb.jpg|Steam Workshop thumbnail for the Shellmet. | File:Steamworkshop_tf2_shellmet_thumb.jpg|Steam Workshop thumbnail for the Shellmet. | ||
File:Shelmettriviaexample.jpg|An example of an American Vietnam Helmet. | File:Shelmettriviaexample.jpg|An example of an American Vietnam Helmet. | ||
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Revision as of 13:10, 26 October 2017
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— The Soldier on being a fortunate son
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The Shellmet is a community-created cosmetic item for the Soldier. It is a green American M-1 military helmet similar to those distributed and worn during the Vietnam war. There is a black band wrapped around the helmet holding ammo and gun oil on each side. When worn, the Soldier also holds a cigarette in his mouth with the "Genteel Smoke" particle effect.
The Shellmet was contributed to the Steam Workshop under the name "Bullet Bowl".
Painted variants
Main article: Paint Can
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Update history
October 20, 2017 Patch (Jungle Inferno Update)
- The Shellmet was added to the game.
Trivia
- Helmets often seen in Vietnam had a green camo pattern, and many soldiers would strap items on top for easy access, such as the ammo and canteen shown on this cosmetic.
- Given the notorious gun jamming issues of the Vietnam War, gun oil bottles were common helmet band items.
- Smoking was common during wartime as a way to relieve stress from battle.
- Fortunate Son was a Creedence Clearwater Revival song of 1969 that protested the unfairness of the Vietnam War.
Gallery
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