Original German WWII M42 Heer Single Decal Helmet NS66
This authentic M42 Heer single decal helmet is a fine example of a wartime-issued piece. Overall, it remains in good to very good condition.
EXTERIOR
Helmet: The shell retains a good portion of its original dark fieldgray textured paint, showing typical wartime wear including small scrapes, scuffs, and surface scratches. There is a larger area of paint loss on the crown, which has resulted in visible surface rust.
Decal: The original Heer eagle decal remains approximately 85% intact, with only minor chipping, likely from impact or natural flaking over time. The eagle remains clearly visible and well-preserved.
Split Pins: All three original split pins are intact, though they show minor paint chipping consistent with age and field use.
INTERIOR
Shell: The interior a good amount of its original dark fieldgray finish, with wear matching its age, use, and storage. The rear skirt is faintly stamped “NS66”, indicating manufacture by Vereinigte Deutsche Nikelwerke, of Schwerte, Germany in size 66, with a lot number of D320.
Liner: The leather liner is no longer present; however, both the zinc inner and outer liner bands remain in place.
Chinstrap: The chinstrap is partially present. The short section remains complete, while only a portion of the long strap survives, having broken over time. Both original chinstrap studs are present. The leather shows dryness and age-related wear; it could benefit from light conditioning, though many collectors may prefer to leave it in its untouched state.
CONDITION
Overall, this is a solid Heer single decal M42 helmet with honest wear, making it an attractive candidate for a careful restoration or as a representative example of a service-used combat helmet.
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