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 factory paint whowing through but with flecks of black paint and damage to eagle it is likely this was overpainted after 1945. Signs of wear
Decals: The eagle decal is about 25-30%
Lining: Flexible leather lining. Still soft. Original cord.
Unopened prongs. The liner is original to the shell.
Chin strap is original
Markings markings are present but maker is unreadable. additional stamp '1, 38' presumably showing the date is present.
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