1st Due Leather Firefighter Helmet Shield

The 1st Due Firefighter Helmet Shield is built on tradition and craftsmanship. Handcrafted from full-grain leather, this custom shield is made for firefighters who want a helmet front that works as hard as they do. Clean, bold, and firehouse proven, it represents your company number, rank, and department the second you step off the rig. And with a live preview, you see your custom layout before it’s built, so every detail looks exactly the way you want it.

Tradition and Toughness

Each 1st Due Shield is cut, tooled, and finished by hand so letters and numbers read sharp under smoke, flashlights, or rain. The tight profile sits right on traditional helmets, giving a classic look that feels at home on a working lid. Over time, the leather breaks in with honest character while details stay crisp and legible. This isn’t a souvenir—it’s gear designed to hold up tour after tour.

Customization That Works

This is a custom firefighter helmet shield with a straightforward layout. Your company number holds its spot at the crown. Rank, unit, or name fills the main field. Department or station lettering is positioned for quick recognition. High-contrast color options keep everything visible on scene, while traditional palettes preserve that classic firehouse style. For a bolder presence, accent colors or outlines can be added without clutter. With the live preview, you can dial in your design, confirm spacing, and get it right before it hits the bench.

Built for the Fireground

Durability is baked into every step. The surface resists scuffs and grime from drills and night runs. Edges are sealed to hold shape through heat, sweat, and weather. Paints and finishes are chosen to withstand fireground abuse yet still wipe clean at the end of a shift. Instead of breaking down, the leather breaks in, gaining character while staying sharp enough to read in the street.

Mounting Made Simple

The 1st Due Shield is sized for traditional helmets including Cairns N5A, Cairns N6A, and Phenix TL2. Each one ships unpunched so you can mount it your way—drill fresh holes, reuse existing ones, or install a bracket for a tight, rattle-free fit. Once installed, the shield rides balanced, secure, and firehouse ready.

Versatile for Every Role

The 1st Due is versatile. It’s the benchmark choice for first helmets, a reliable option for departments standardizing company fronts, and a respected piece for retirement or display helmets that still look ready to ride. On duty it blends in at the table and stands out where it counts. Off duty it holds its place in a shadow box or display lid, carrying the same presence it had in service.

Key Features

• Custom firefighter helmet shield handcrafted from full-grain leather
• Live preview of your design before it’s built
• Traditional helmet front with customizable rank, department, name, and number
• High-contrast design for quick ID in smoke and poor light
• Durable build for daily use, retirement, or display helmets
• Sized for Cairns N5A, N6A, Phenix TL2, and similar lids
• Ships unpunched for flexible mounting

🔗 Useful Links:

• How to mount without screwing it up? How to Mount Your Fire Helmet Shield →
• Not sure on sizing? Check the Helmet Shield Sizing Guide →

The 1st Due Leather Firefighter Shield isn’t just another helmet front, it’s the benchmark. Clean, durable, and built to carry your firehouse identity with pride.

To choose the right fire helmet shield size, measure your helmet in two spots:

• Shield Height – Measure from the helmet brim up to the top notch on your shield holder.
• Shield Width – Measure from outside-to-outside of the mounting posts or screws.

These two measurements tell you exactly which custom fire helmet shield size fits your lid.

Want the full breakdown with photos, sizing charts, and examples for different helmet brands?

Check out our guide:

Choosing the right size fire helmet shield

Mounting your fire helmet shield is simple when you line it up correctly and drill or punch the holes the right way. Start by matching the shield to your helmet’s holder, check alignment, and mark your hole positions before drilling or punching. Once the hardware is secured, tighten everything evenly and break it in so it sits clean and square.

For full step-by-step instructions, see our guide:

How to Mount Your Fire Helmet Shield

Firefighters looking for the best way to save on custom fire helmet shields, radio straps, or Pacific helmets can take advantage of several automatic combo and bulk discounts.

Available Deals

Shield and Radio Strap Combo – 15 percent off
Pair a custom helmet front with one of our custom leather radio straps and get
15 percent off the pair. The discount applies per set, and you can order
multiple sets if needed.

Bulk Shield Pricing
If you’re ordering several shields. You’ll automatically get discounted pricing
based on quantity.

• 6–11 shields: 5 percent off
• 12–23 shields: 10 percent off
• 24 or more shields: 15 percent off

Discounts apply automatically in cart.

Pacific Helmet and Shield Combo – 20 percent off shield
If you’re ordering a Pacific helmet, you can add a custom shield and get 20
percent off the shield. Applies per helmet and shield set.

These deals make it easier to upgrade your fire helmet shield, customize your gear, and save at the same time.