53rd Contemporary History Auction

Bidding on 1726 lots has ended on 26th February 2023. 86% of all lots sold

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Luftwaffe M40 single decal helmet - Q66

Luftwaffe M40 single decal helmet - Q66

LOT 65-0318
SOLD
Auction ended        25th February 2023  |  05:31 pm CET
RESULT
STARTING PRICE: EUR 700,00
GBP 0,00
USD 0,00
EXCL. BUYER’S PREMIUM: 22,50 %

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DESCRIPTion, DETaILS & Photos
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PERIOD 1918 — 1945
COUNTRY Germany 1918 - 1945
MATERIAL
DIMENSIONS 58
MAKER F.W. Quist
WEIGHT
LOT 65-0318
EAN 4000000723532
LOT 65-0318
PERIOD 1918 — 1945
COUNTRY Germany 1918 - 1945
EAN 4000000723532
MATERIAL
DIMENSIONS 58
MAKER F.W. Quist
WEIGHT
PERIOD 1918 — 1945
COUNTRY Germany 1918 - 1945
LOT 65-0318
MATERIAL
DIMENSIONS 58
EAN 4000000723532
MAKER F.W. Quist
WEIGHT
Germany 1918 - 1945


Description

An untouched German M40 helmet. The type of helmet was issued to Heer, Luftwaffe, Kriegsmarine, Polilzei and Waffen-SS troops. This example was issued by the Luftwaffe.

Paint: Original factory paint. Around 90% still present. Some rust and signs of wear and age.

Decals: The eagle decal comes in good condition with some parts "worn off".

Lining: Leather lining. Still flexible and soft. The cord is an old replacement.  58 size stamped. 
The prongs were never opened. The lining is original to the shell. 

Chin strap: Soft leather. 1941 dated. Maker marked.

Markings: Q66

A very nice untouched helmet!


Condition
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