Just in case you want to paint your lid again.

Here is the step by step guide with the paint codes from MSA/Cairns HELMETS. Hope it helps you out

Leather Helmet Painting Instructions

the following procedures are suggested for those wishing to repaint a structurally sound N6A Houston or a N5A New Yorker leather helmet. If there are any questions concerning the serviceability of the helmet, please contact MSA Fire Service Customer Service at 1-877-MSA-FIRE or info@MSAFire.com.

STEP 1: Before proceeding, inspect the helmet for damage. If there is any sign of burned or broken stitching, soft or cut leather, cracked leather, etc., the helmet should be repaired before proceeding.

STEP 2: Remove front piece.

STEP 3: Clean off the helmet with soap and water to remove as much surface dirt as possible. Use the minimum amount of water possible.

STEP 4: Roughen the entire surface of the helmet with fine sandpaper, taking care to avoid excess sanding of the stitching.

STEP 5: Apply one coat of the recommended primer. Allow to dry completely.

STEP 6: With all surfaces of the helmet thoroughly dry and clean, apply the first coat of paint.

STEP 7: Allow the helmet to dry thoroughly and apply the second coat of paint.

STEP 8: After the second coat of paint is completely dry, put the front piece back on the helmet.

Recommended Paint/Primer and Colors
Sherwin Williams – Kem Lustral Enamel*

Paint Primer
Gray E61 A 45

White E61 W 12

Red E61 R 26

Paint
Gloss Black F65 B 1

Bright Blue F65 L 10

Gloss White F65 W 1

Lemon Yellow F65 Y 44

Vermilion (Red) F65 R 1

*Cairns recommends the use of Sherwin Williams Super Acrylic Spray Enamel. Be sure to ask the Sherwin Williams representative what type of primer to use.

I had my Lid Repainted by Cairns and the Workmanship sucked. This Guy Painted my Lid. www.customlidpaint.webs.com He is a Career Firefighter for my Fire Department.

i just bought my leather and it was yellow now, im currently in the middle of painting it. did you use the recommened type of primer and the right paint. The primer isnt cheap i got a gallon for about $40.