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.

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.