Original Riddell 1971 Baltimore Colts Kra-Lite TK2 Game Football Helmet Curtis

Vintage and original Baltimore Colts Riddell Kra-Lite TK2 helmet from 1971 as shown by the “Riddell” and “Kra-Lite” stamped into the rear of the helmet and the ring date stamp above the earhole. This is a legitimate NFL game helmet, although not used in a game. Please read further.

The stripes and decals are vintage and original thin mil team issued and applied by Riddell when the helmet was manufactured as evidenced by the heat stamping on rear of the helmet. Please see photos for condition for this over 50 year old helmet.

Helmet has also been customized to represent the helmet worn by All-Time great Colts linebacker Mike Curtis, by adding theSchutt style NOP old school facemask.

To add to the authenticity, this amazing specimen also includes authentic leather jaw pads and soft cup chin strap just as used on the field and #32 in correct size and font on rear.

Please note- we are not claiming this helmet was issued or worn by the Colts or Mr. Curtis. Please see photos of Curtis for reference only and not part of the auction.

About Riddell lamps- This helmet was removed from a RIDDell helmet lamp to make available for display. Riddell helmet lamps were manufactured between 1969 and 1973, and used actual game helmets which were manufactured by Riddell for the NFL teams. These lamps were available by mail order through The Sears Wishbook.

We have been asked about the hole in the top of the helmet having been drilled for the lamp pole. That is not correct. All Riddell TK2 helmets are manufactured with the center hole at the top.

RIDDell helmet lamps were not manufactured until ordered. When ordered, RIDDell simply removed the suspension padding from the helmet and replaced the rivets before assembling the helmet into a lamp to ship out.

We also have many of these helmets which have had a suspension installed as well. Also, please note we can add numbers and change out facemasks if you desire. Please request pricing for this service.

Will make a stunning display, and the helmet looks like it is ready to take 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.