Original Listing Description

WWI M1916 German Helmet with Period Applied Camo Paint and with Original Leather Liner – W 66This is an original WW1 German M1916 Steel Helmet (Stahlhelm) with field applied turtle shell style camouflage painted exterior with black separating lines painted between each camo color panel. The exterior paint colors are in great condition with brick red, brown, tan, and one small area of green noticed just above the left side ventilator above the brick red area there. Even after all these years the camo colors remain fairly vibrant. Something black looks like may be tape or label residue on the right side of the helmet, have it pictured, have not tried to remove it. There's some natural surface patina of course, age, and minor paint loss mixed within the camo finish. One area of missing paint at very front of the helmet. The camo paint is also found on the helmet side lugs and rivets, which are original to the piece and in great condition. Large head rivet installed at rear of helmet. The interior shell shows natural surface patina and olive-green factory original paint. Some natural surface wear around the liner band area and interior crown, but this is normal aging and not excessive wear. The interior shell is maker and size marked "W 66" a large size WW1 helmet. W maker marking for “Hermann Weissenburger & Co., Stuttgart Canstatt” The interior crown is stamped into the metal "R1047", it's visible as shown in photos. The leather liner is original, and the rivets do not show any evidence of tampering or replacement. There's a German soldier's name written on the leather liner band, see picture. All three leather liner pads installed, but drawstring on front pad has pulled through pad on both tabs. One side pad seems to not have pulled through. The other side pad leather end tab is ripped off and hanging on the partial liner cord. 3 pillows are tied in-place in the pads. This helmet also has writing that looks to be German that is hidden under the leather pads/flaps on the inside of the helmet. Overall, the leather liner looks to be getting dry and shows its age which is well over 100 years old now. Please review all of the pictures for a better look at everything and really offers the best description. Helmet is still in great condition considering its age, and an overall rare camo early WWI example. Needs the proper chinstrap to complete the presentation This WW1 M1916 German Helmet is a unique piece of militaria from the era of World War I. The helmet retains much of its original camo paint, making it a rare find for collectors interested in original period items. The helmet was manufactured in Germany and is an authentic piece of history from the region of origin.Thank You for looking and good luck bidding. No buy now price on this item.Please review all of the pictures as the pictures are an important part of the item description. $28.00 USPS Ground Advantage Shipping with Signature Tracking in the United States to the Lower 48 States. Not Shipping this Item Outside the USA. (Condition: Pre-Owned)

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