Ole Salty Leather Firefighter Helmet Shield

Ole Salty Custom Leather Firefighter Helmet Shield

Not every firefighter runs a standard front. Ole Salty was built for those who want a shield with attitude. Bold enough to stand out, tough enough to hold up, and still sharp on the fireground. Featuring a distinctive skull-and-axes design, this leather firefighter helmet shield delivers tradition with edge.

Hand Painted Leather Build

Each Ole Salty Shield is hand painted on full-grain leather for long-lasting clarity and toughness. The textured body separates artwork from lettering, keeping details visible under smoke, rain, or flashing lights. Over time, it develops a patina that proves it’s been there and done the work. Gear, not novelty.

Customization with Live Preview

Ole Salty gives you control over how your front looks. Add department, rank, numbers, or motto across multiple text zones. Customize shield body, borders, and lettering to match your department colors, and request artwork adjustments if your crew wants something personal. With the live preview tool, you’ll see every change before it ships, so your finished shield looks exactly the way you want it.

Fireground Ready

The Ole Salty Shield isn’t just about looks. The leather body is built to withstand heat, sweat, and smoke while holding its shape through years of service. The textured surface ensures lettering and artwork remain legible when it counts—fast recognition, clean lines, and no compromise on clarity.

Mounting Made Simple

Like all Little River Customs shields, Ole Salty ships unpunched so you control the fit. Drill your own spacing, reuse existing holes, or mount with a bracket. It’s sized for traditional helmets including Cairns N5A and N6A, Phenix TL2, and other popular lids. Once mounted, it locks down tight and stays balanced on the job.

Firehouse Pride, On and Off Duty

Ole Salty works whether you’re setting up a probie’s first lid, replacing a shield that’s seen years of calls, or building a retirement piece that still looks ready to roll. On duty it makes your identity clear. Off duty it carries tradition and grit as a display that tells its own story.

Key Features

• Distinctive Ole Salty skull-and-axes design
• Hand painted leather shield for durability and detail
• Customizable text zones for department, name, rank, or number
• Full color control with live preview before shipping
• Textured body for clarity in smoke, rain, or low light
• Ships unpunched for flexible mounting
• Fits Cairns, Phenix, and other traditional helmets

🔗 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 Ole Salty Leather Firefighter Shield is bold, customizable, and unapologetically different—because not every firefighter runs with a standard front.