This is an authentic vintage game or practice used helmet. it is signed by Carl Kiilsgaard. Offensive Lineman and was team captain in 1949. Condition is as is. Missing liner as shown.

As far as I can tell, this is the only autograph of this fella in existence. This couldn't have been his original helmet, but nevertheless, it's a piece of collegiate and American sports history.

"Carl Kiilsgard was a standout offensive tackle for the University of Idaho Vandals football team from 1946 to 1949.
He was a key player on the line, served as team captain in 1949, and helped pull off two major upsets during his time there. He got drafted in the 5th round (61st overall) of the 1950 NFL draft by the Chicago Cardinals but had a brief stint before being called back into military service during the Korean War.
Later in life, he became deeply involved with the University of Idaho as a longtime Vandal booster, director of the UI Foundation for over 20 years (starting in 1973), and was inducted into the Vandal Athletics Hall of Fame in 2007 as a charter member. He passed away in October 2009 at age 84."

Please ask any questions you have. I'll do my best to answer them. I stand behind my descriptions and do my best to detail anything noteable. I try to take the best pictures I can. There are scratches and wear as shown as well. No cracks or structural issues. I am the owner and originally purchased it from an estate sale in Coeur D'alene, ID.

USA SHIPPING ONLY. No international purchases. Sorry, no refunds on a vintage item such as this due to it's nature. Please be aware that due to my job, I can only ship on Thursdays and Fridays. Thank you

This truly is a one of a kind item. Own a piece of history today. Suitable for grading as well.