Vintage 1950’s American E.D. Bullard Co. Hard Boiled Aluminum Hard Hat

Up for sale is a Vintage 1950’s American E.D. Bullard Co. Hard Boiled Aluminum Hard Hat! It measures 6” tall and 10 5/8” wide by 12 1/4” deep in diameter at the outside of the brim. The piece is in great overall condition with signs of wear consistent with its age and use (scattered surface wear; wear to sweatband). Please message us if you have any questions. Thanks!

Own a rare piece of industrial history with this vintage 1950’s E.D. Bullard Co. "Hard Boiled" aluminum hard hat, authentically crafted and stamped at their historic San Francisco, California facility. This scarce full-brim safety helmet is an exceptionally hard-to-find survivor of mid-century American craftsmanship, featuring the iconic ribbed-crown design that established Bullard as an industry pioneer. The helmet is distinctively personalized with "L. WILSON" painted on the front, adding a unique, character-rich element that heightens its scarcity and collectible appeal. Inside, the hat remains remarkably intact, retaining its original manufacturer’s paper label that details historical patent numbers and the "Hard Boiled" trademark, alongside its vintage leather and fabric suspension harness. Because early aluminum models from the San Francisco era are increasingly scarce and rarely found complete with original worker markings and interior documentation, this piece serves as a striking statement accent for industrial decor enthusiasts, vintage workwear collectors, and historical memorabilia aficionados alike.

♦️$15.00 flat rate shipping to all of the United States (Combined, international, and freight shipping as well as local pickup available upon request!)