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New!  Original German WWII M18 Single Decal Heer Late War Helmet Size 66
Original German WWII M18 Single Decal Heer Late War Helmet


 
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Original German WWII M18 Single Decal Heer Late War Helmet Size 66- This M18 Single Decal Heer Late War Helmet, an original artifact from German WWII history, embodies the essence of mid to late war reissued helmets. Its exterior is adorned with dark field-gray textured paint, of which approximately 80% remains intact, albeit with notable paint loss concentrated at the helmet's dome.
Significantly, traces of whitewash are evident, notably concentrated within the cracks and around the lugs and split pins, extending even to the interior rim of the helmet, nestled within cracks and chips in the paint.
The Heer decal, characteristic of mid to late war production, impressively retains around 90% of its original integrity.
Inside, the helmet boasts a complete mid to late war zinc liner band complemented by a "pigskin" type leather liner, albeit slightly stiffened by the passage of time. The original cotton drawstring remains intact, underscoring its historical authenticity. Notably, a small fragment of the original leather chinstrap remains attached to one chinstrap bale.
With unmistakable traces of combat use, including remnants of whitewash that once enveloped the helmet, this artifact stands as a testament to its wartime service. In very good to excellent condition, it offers a compelling glimpse into the tumultuous history of WWII.

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