First, let me say it is a pleasure to get the opportunity to bring such a cool collection of autographed items to ebay. We are selling a late gentleman's entire estate collection here on ebay. All items are like new condition & most all are in the original boxes they were shipped in. This item is NOT from a smoke free home, however it has spent its life inside the cardboard box. It is possible the smoke smell is mainly attached to the box exterior. I am sure there are methods to remove the slight smoke odor that this item has. I am an honest seller and always am forthright with all information. This Ward Hines helmet would be a great addition to anyone's collection. It is a replica full size helmet. The autograph is 100% legitimate and registered with Beckett as you can see. We will have several other autographed items being listed, so be sure to check them all out! As always, if you have any questions, just ask!