"The Battalion" Custom Leather Fire Helmet Shield Front
"The Battalion" Custom Leather Shield Front
A bold, traditional leather fire helmet shield designed specifically for Battalion Chiefs and command staff. “The Battalion” shield offers a commanding presence on the fireground while maintaining the traditional craftsmanship firefighters expect from Fully Involved Leatherworks.
Each shield is individually handcrafted using premium saddle-grade American leather and built to ride with you through years of service — if not your entire firefighter career.
Why Firefighters Choose "The Battalion"
• Designed specifically for flashy appearance for Battalion and command staff
• Hand carved and tooled leather craftsmanship
• Built from premium 13+ oz saddle grade leather
• Traditional command-style helmet shield
• Built by firefighters for firefighters
Key Features
• Command-style Battalion shield layout
• Hand carved and tooled leather construction
• Premium 13+ oz saddle grade American leather
• Custom numbers and text layout options
• Hand painted details for depth and visibility
• Real stitched construction for durability
• Water-resistant protective finish
• Compatible with most traditional fire helmets
Materials & Construction
Leather: 13+ oz saddle grade American leather
Construction: Hand carved, tooled, painted, and stitched
Finish: Water-resistant clear protective coating
Each shield is:
• Hand carved and tooled by craftsmen
• Individually hand painted
• Professionally stitched with real stitching
• Sealed with a protective water-resistant finish
Our shields are built using premium leather well above typical industry standards, providing exceptional durability while maintaining a supple feel.
Customization Options
Each shield can be customized to your specifications.
Customization may include:
• Battalion numbers
• Department identifiers
• Custom text layout
Because each shield is handcrafted, designs are created directly from your selections during ordering.
⚠️ Proofs are not sent prior to production.
Shield Size
Height: 6¼ inches
This size fits most traditional style fire helmets, including:
• Traditional leather helmets
• Composite helmets
• Helmets with larger front holders such as the Phenix TL2
Lead Time
This is a custom-built product.
Average production time is 3–4 weeks depending on customization.
Warranty
All Fully Involved Leatherworks products are backed by our Limited Lifetime Warranty and built for years of dependable service.
Built by Firefighters
Fully Involved Leatherworks is Firefighter Owned and Operated. Every product we build is designed with real-world fireground experience and tested before going into production.
Our mission is simple:
Build gear firefighters can rely on.