Ngerman steel helmet bookshelf

The helmet was reissued by germans and repainted in schiefergrau paint which is typical for german steel helmets from 1940 year and also wehrmacht decal was applied. It shows light and evenly distributed wear with sharp detail lines. Brendons helmets military steel combat helmets of the world. Ww1 german m1916 steel helmet stamped si66, original paint. This trend is evident in about 90 percent of m35 specimens analyzed. Nice green, red and ochre colors divided by black lines. Steel helmets tagged ss helmets the ruptured duck, llc. This paint is being sold to do one helmet but you will most likely be able to get two helmets painted from it if you apply it sparingly. Models m16 and m18 these 2 models were produced during world war 1. Helmets are then fitted with a new reproduction liner, chinstrap and split pins. The intermediate sizes are achieved by variations in the size of the liner. High quality replica is comparable to the original weight, shape and thickness of wwii german paratrooper steel helmets or fallschirmjager helmets. World war two german model 1942 steel helmet,camouflaged c j campbell. It has had the national shield period removed as per 1940 regulations.

Since wwi, the german military helmet has always been a distinct iconbeginning with the pickelhaube spiked combat helmet and transitioning to the various stahlhelm variants of wwii. A short history of the german steel helmet of the great war. Ww2 german steel helmet, m40, et66, liner pins, named. German wwii, wehrmacht, steel helmet redyellow maneuver band price. Supplied throughout wwii and then under special contract for the finnish army in 1955, hence, they have become known as the m4055 helmet. Our specialty is antique german helmets from wwi world war i and wwii world war ii including original vintage german luftwaffe, heer, elite ss and combat police helmets. This is a remarkably crisp m35 double decal kriegsmarine helmet. Each pad has a cloth pocket with ties sewn onto the back. Original german m40 wwii type steel helmet finnish m4055.

German wwii m35 steel helmet stahlhelm 35 ww2 m1935. Heer, luftwaffe, kriegsmarine or waffen ss decals are available at an extra charge. Contents of this page the different german combat helmet models explained in detail factories and shell markings inspection stamps i. Statistically, kriegsmarine helmets are about ten times rarer than heer helmets and three times rarer than ss helmets, due to the small size of the german naval force and the relatively lesser need for steel helmets. The history of the german steel helmet 19161945 baer, ludwig on.

There is a large variety of helmet shapes and designs. Ww2 third reich german helmets for sale, original wwii steel helmets for sale, nazi memorabilia and militaria for sale, m35, m40, m42 helmets for sale. This is an acrylic based paint which means you can water it down with water. Stainless steel helmet storage shelf car guy garage. Made out of polished stainless steel for easy cleaning and greater durability. The third reich, led by adolf hitler, rampaged across europe until it was finally defeated by allied forces in 1945. German wwii helmet liner m31 with chin strap dated 1940 fits m35, m40, m42 helmets. It all started when i received a british mkii for my 8th birthday. I have been collecting steel combat helmets off and on for over 40 years. The stahlhelm the legendary german steel helmet from the first and second world war is one of the most recognizable elements of german military history.

So, i know that kevlar vests have a shelf life in the 5 year range iirc but what about kevlar helmets. German helmets produced between january of 1916 and may of 1917 are fit with an all leather liner. All armies of the world have used helmets to protect their troops during combat. The m16 liner consists of three individual 2finger pads sewn to a leather band. German franco prussian war, m1867 enlisted helmet wappen price. M38 german paratrooper helmet liner new condition early war cream tan. Choose between one helmet, two helmet, or three helmet units. The helmets in this list are all authentic ww2 helmets, i checked each and every one of them and many have been posted on the german helmet walhalla forum. I collect surplus gear especially cold war stuff but came across a surplus german kevlar police helmet a few years ago for a decent price. We offer military collectibles of various nationalities, including the american us g.

Although we have the helmet shells and materials in stock, we do not maintain a large stock of refinished helmets, so most of the time your helmet is refinished to order. Our german m40 afrika korps helmet wwii repro is a replica of a german wwii m40 dak afrika korps. This means that the inner circumference of the helmet at the point where the dome meets the apron is the measured size. Same wehrmacht decals most often seen on reissued m1618 helmets. Military russian, german, romanian, italian headgear, insignia, awards, badges, belt buckles and much more german steel helmet relics of the eastern front of ww2. The liner shows light wear and is overall very well balanced as regards the overall helmet condition. Today, our commitment to ww2 german helmets which are the bestoftheirtype, and freshtothemarket, is recognised both nationally and globally. As crazy as it sounds, a german helmet that is original to one person may not be original to another. M16 german helmet wwi this replica of a german wwi helmet will appeal to military collectors and reenactors. Japanese wwii civil defense helmet, cast aluminum price.

Weve also started adding different spray paint coats to them to create a series of different stahlhelms for sale. As well as collecting other forms of militaria in the past, steel helmets have always been my passion, so eventually my other militaria was gradually sold off to fund my helmet. The steel helmet, was a german first world war exservicemens organisation existing from 1918 to 1935. The german helmet was designed better, and protected the occipital lobe as well as the frontal lobe, and protected the important parts of the brain from shrapnel.

In each section you will find items ranging from ss and wehrmacht helmets, to uniforms, headgear and insignia. These stainless steel helmet storage shelf look great in any garage, trailer or shop and will store your helmet safely away until the demands of the track call. It was part of the black reichswehr and in the late days of the weimar republic operated as the paramilitary wing of the monarchist german national. Steel helmet is a specific type of german military headgear made of steel, which is primarily intended to provide protection against fragments of grenades. However, it was more expensive to produce than the british helmet, and was significa.

The history of the german steel helmet 19161945 ludwig baer not quite exhaustive but nearly so and absolutely essential. Excellence of service and integrity are my guarantee, and as always i appreciate your support and patronage. This fact has helped propelled the field of collecting helmets. The designation actually does not refer to the helmet at all, but to the liner. While the m42 with its simplified raw edge maybe not have been as flashy as its predecessors the helmet still did the trick, and protected german soldiers from kursk to the fall of berlin. Original ww1 german m16 steel helmet, stamped si66. The steel lot accountabiility number is a three digit number of ets second sequence which began in 1940. Original paint on outside, repainted original color inside. Wwi, wwii and combat helmets, for reenactors and collectors. Motorcycle accessories,hainabc helmet holder helmet hanger rack wall mounted hook for coats, hats, capsupgraded. After world war 1 the reichswehr continued using them and when hitler came to power in 1933 these helmets saw continued use up till. During fullscale production of the m35 series of helmets, each of the five german helmet makers installed their own pattern of ss decal on helmets at the factory. We maximize space efficiency and productivity for businesses.

Antiqued version of our world war ii m38 german paratrooper helmet, 2nd model. Military helmets for sale international military antiques. While the hobby has growing popularity the value of the items has increased. German helmet shell and liner sizes reddick militaria. Ww2 german helmets have featured strongly at ulric of england since the late 70s. The m42 ended an era that started in 1916 with the first german helmet.

Investing in german steel helmets is not as easy as it once was, but there are still collectible helmets available in which the value will appreciate nicely in the future. Lot numbers database the attached link gives you access to a database of helmet lot numbers which i have started in 2006. Chinstrap fittings are originals but the leather is newer. German wwii m42 steel helmet stahlhelm 42 extra large size. All the long ends of the straps are complete and pliable. Our innovative, efficient solutions will let you better manage your space and people by creating an environment where they can excel in providing excellent customer service while reducing operating costs. This book, coupled with that of ken niewiarowicz are the only references a collector novice or experienced, will need on the subject of german helmets of the second world war. Made from 18 gauge steel and weighs exactly the same as the original german helmet.

The term stahlhelm refers both to a generic steel helmet, and more specifically to the distinctive and iconic german military design. The 1940 style acceptance stamp is clearly visible inside the dome. They will always have a place on my book shelf and occasionally be reread both for what they have to offer informationwise and nostalgiawise. World war supply german ww1 m1918 m18 stahlhelm helmet 18 gauge steel. Spanning from 1939 to 1945, world war ii was one of the most brutal conflicts in human history. Overall i find whatever flaws exist in both volumes are countered by the positive aspects. The m42 was the last generation of german combat steel helmets. Ww1 imperial german m16 steel combat helmet with liner frame, w. Motorbike wall mount display rack hoook,wall mounted equestrian helmet storage rack,stainless steel,with mounting screwsno helmet. If interested, ask about my several ww2 german dak helmets. All items on this website come with my lifetime guarantee of authenticity.