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Guess what I just got from my best friend and his two sons? An authentic Gamecock Football Helmet!

Freddie.B.Cocky

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So when we play the bowl game Thursday if you see some 77 years young man going into the game (only if we get into trouble) you will know it's me. I've got the equipment to play if needed. I'm going to learn how to post a picture and post it on GCC. Man, it's pretty!!!!
 
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So when we play the bowl game Thursday if you see some 77 years young man going into the game if we get into trouble you will know it's me. I've got the equipment to play if needed. I'm going to learn how to post a picture and post it on GCC. Man, it's pretty!!!!
Garnet? White? Black?
 
Garnet? White? Black?
It's the traditional White with the Block C and Gamecock inside the C. It's just like the ones the players wear. It's a Riddell Helmet - it's authentic in everyway.
It also has a medal bar that goes from side to side (I guess to keep the helmet's shape). The medal bar of course can be removed when one is getting ready to don the helmet. So, I'll have the appropriate tools ready to remove the bar and go into the game if needed. LOL!
 
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Always nice to see the elderly with upgrades....

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It's BRAND NEW! No player has worn this helmet. It's a Riddell. As I see the ads on GCC and highlights of the games, it's just like the one the players wear.
I was hoping it was game worn…always good for stories or jokes that way. Back in the day, I was at a fund raising auction for, I think, Big Brothers/Sisters. Skip Holtz and another assistant were there to auction off player gear. The jersey of one of our DBs came up for bid, and Skip pointed out it had been worn in the bowl game, or some other big matchup. I recalled that kid having tons of bad games, so I asked “are the scorch marks and cleat prints still there from before y’all pulled him?” I got the jersey for $50
 
I was hoping it was game worn…always good for stories or jokes that way. Back in the day, I was at a fund raising auction for, I think, Big Brothers/Sisters. Skip Holtz and another assistant were there to auction off player gear. The jersey of one of our DBs came up for bid, and Skip pointed out it had been worn in the bowl game, or some other big matchup. I recalled that kid having tons of bad games, so I asked “are the scorch marks and cleat prints still there from before y’all pulled him?” I got the jersey for $50
That is an interesting story but I like mine just the way it is.
 
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It's BRAND NEW! No player has worn this helmet. It's a Riddell. As I see the ads on GCC and highlights of the games, it's just like the one the players wear.
I have the 1984 Helmet that was worn by DB Earl Johnson. Have had it since that time. I got it from a former Manager who saved it from being thrown away with all the others. Must have been out of date.
 
now i want one!! i have the small one that floats on a magnetic pad, and it’s surprising the quality of the “toy” helmet. white with a black real steel facemask.
does yours have the garnet facemask?!!
also, have you tried it on to see if it fits?
 
BTW, I have an authentic Gamecock Jersey I bought years ago. It's # 2. I bought it either right before the number was retired or right after I can't remember which.

But, regardless, I'm ready to play Thursday. So, put me in coach.
 
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So when we play the bowl game Thursday if you see some 77 years young man going into the game (only if we get into trouble) you will know it's me. I've got the equipment to play if needed. I'm going to learn how to post a picture and post it on GCC. Man, it's pretty!!!!
Your best friend is very nice. Since it has the metal bar, it sounds like a replica Ridell helmet. It will be a great display piece! Maybe get some autographs on it.
 
Your best friend is very nice. Since it has the metal bar, it sounds like a replica Ridell helmet. It will be a great display piece! Maybe get some autographs on it.
The medal bar comes off the helmet. They are all shipped that way.
 
So when we play the bowl game Thursday if you see some 77 years young man going into the game (only if we get into trouble) you will know it's me. I've got the equipment to play if needed. I'm going to learn how to post a picture and post it on GCC. Man, it's pretty!!!!
Would you be interested in a piece of Howard’s rock. Authenticated & signed by a former gamecocker qb?
 
He was on the National trailer for it when it came out. He did it for a one time experience. He had to take a semester off at college for filming.
Now that is something worth taking a semester off from college; something one can brag to their grandkids about someday.
 
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now i want one!! i have the small one that floats on a magnetic pad, and it’s surprising the quality of the “toy” helmet. white with a black real steel facemask.
does yours have the garnet facemask?!!
also, have you tried it on to see if it fits?
No I haven't tried it on yet but I will. I was going to try it on when my buddies gave it to me but we didn't have a screw driver, at the time to remove the medal bar inside the helmet. Then when I got home I didn't want to remove the medal bar at the time. Since then my wife and I tested positive for covid.
 
No I haven't tried it on yet but I will. I was going to try it on when my buddies gave it to me but we didn't have a screw driver, at the time to remove the medal bar inside the helmet. Then when I got home I didn't want to remove the medal bar at the time. Since then my wife and I tested positive for covid.
but the helmet will protect you!
joking aside, sorry to hear that b.cocky, hoping for the best that you and your lady get well soon!
 
All kidding aside, I do love my Gamecock helmet. I'm going to get it out now to look at it and play with it some. Shortly, I'm going to try and find a glass case specially built to cover the helmet. If I can't find what I'm looking for then I'm going to clear out one of our curios and put it in there.
 
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