WWII German M40 Helmet with Field Applied Paint
Item #: AA3577
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This is a Model 1940 German helmet from World War II. This model helmet first appeared in March of 1940 and was an upgrade of the Model 1935 version. The early 1940 helmets received only the Heer decal on the left side of the helmet. The decal was not applied at the factory after 1943 to comply with orders issued by the Commander of the Wermacht. These helmets had rolled edges and stamped air vents embossed directly into the steel shell. Exterior paint colors were from medium green to a very dark, almost black, green. Various degrees of texturing were added to the helmet exterior, depending on the plant the helmet was manufactured at. The helmet interior was smooth painted the same color as the exterior. The Model 1940 is a little heavier on weight when compared to the 1935 or 1942 models. Early Model 1940 helmets were issued with the first model aluminum band helmet liners. Model 1940's produced after 1943 were issued with the second model zinc band liners. This helmet is an early Model 1940, equipped with the aluminum band liner. The single Heer decal applied to the left side of the helmet is long gone. The left side of the inner helmet is stamped ET64, representing the shell size of 64mm. The ET shows that the helmet was produced in Thale, Germany. This one has been repainted an olive drab color in the field, both the exterior and interior. The chin strap is present and is in good condition. The liner is complete, but the draw string is a modern replacement. The leather liner is in good condition, and shows ink stamps of 56 in two places. It fits the shell very tight. So tight that I have been unable to see the stamps on the front, right and left side of the liner. All the stitching on the leather parts of the liner are still tight and unbroken. The leather shows signs of moderate wear. This one definitely has the look of having been there! If you collect WWII memorabilia here's an opportunity to own an iconic piece from that global conflict.
Shipping Weight:
3 lbs
Item # AA3577
Your Price $595.00 USD
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