58th Contemporary History Auction

Bidding on 1689 lots has ended on 3rd March 2024. 83% of all lots sold

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Luftwaffe M42 single helmet with camo paint - ckl66

Luftwaffe M42 single helmet with camo paint - ckl66

LOT 73-0124
SOLD
Auction ended        2nd March 2024  |  03:30 pm CET
RESULT
1.200,00
EXCL. BUYER’S PREMIUM: 24,50 %

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DESCRIPTion, DETaILS & Photos
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PERIOD 1918 — 1945
COUNTRY Germany 1918 - 1945
MATERIAL
DIMENSIONS 58
MAKER Eisenhüttenwerke Thale
WEIGHT
LOT 73-0124
EAN 2000000819341
LOT 73-0124
PERIOD 1918 — 1945
COUNTRY Germany 1918 - 1945
EAN 2000000819341
MATERIAL
DIMENSIONS 58
MAKER Eisenhüttenwerke Thale
WEIGHT
PERIOD 1918 — 1945
COUNTRY Germany 1918 - 1945
LOT 73-0124
MATERIAL
DIMENSIONS 58
EAN 2000000819341
MAKER Eisenhüttenwerke Thale
WEIGHT
Germany 1918 - 1945


Description

A German M42 helmet most probably worn by Luftwaffe field division troops. The latest type of helmet issued to Heer, Luftwaffe, Kriegsmarine, Polizei and Waffen-SS troops. This example was issued by the Luftwaffe.

Paint: Original factory paint finished with some khaki color camo paint.

Decals: The eagle decal is about 75%. 

Lining: Flexible leather lining. Still soft. Original cord. 59 size stamped.
The prongs look to belong to the shell. The outside shows camo paint. The prongs are pretty flat. 

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

Markings: ckl66

Clear signs of wear. Rust. Condition 2-


Condition
2-