Hugh “The King” McElhenny Autographed 1955 Style RT Suspension Football Helmet

RK model Football Helmet with floppy leather jaw pads, 6 point suspension, one bar mask, 32 hole ventilation and painted red with silver center stripe of the San Francisco 49ers, and autographed in person by All-Time great and Hall of Famer Hugh “The King” McElhenny.

McElhenny got his nickname in his rookie season after a phenomenal performance against the Chicago Bears when he was awarded the game ball and dubbed “The King of all halfbacks” by the 49ers quarterback at the time, Frankie Albert. Soon after he would become a member of the 49ers famed “Million Dollar Backfield.”

Any item with an inscription like this is surely one of the most desirable and valuable kind, and this specimen is a beautiful example as it is autographed in bold appropriate silver paint pen.

This beautiful helmet was built with single bar facemask as introduced by Riddell in 1955 and worn by McElhenny that year. McElhenny was elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame during his first year of eligibility in 1970 and his number 39 was ultimately retired by the Forty Niners.

Helmet Hut hereby certifies that the signature appearing on the accompanying authentic reproduction helmet is a genuine hand autographed original by Hugh “The King” McElhenny. Helmet Hut further certifies that the aforementioned authentic reproduction helmet has been reproduced to accurately reflect the correct design, materials and team markings as worn by the players in games played during the 1950s era.

PLEASE NOTE: WE ARE NOT CLAIMING THIS HELMET WAS ISSUED OR USED BY Mr. McElhenny or the 49ers. Comes with COA from Helmet Hut as shown in photos. Will make a stunning display, and looks like it just came off the field!

All of our helmets are for display purposes only! They are not to be used or worn for competitive play. Westbrook Sportscards has been in business since 1988.