A German M40 helmet. The type of helmet was issued to Heer, Luftwaffe, Kriegsmarine, Polilzei and Waffen-SS troops. This example was issued by the Heer.
Paint: Original field paint which was added above the factory paint in the field covering the factory applied decal. Around 100% still present.
Decals: There is a Heer decal underneath the field paint. You can guess its shape.
Lining: Worn leather lining. Still flexbile. Replaced cord. Unreadable size stamp. Most probably 58. Two cracks. One flap was broken and repaired with glue!
Unopened prongs. The liner is original to the shell.
Chin strap: Soft leather with signs of age. Unmarked
