M35 #7

M35 #7 - Shell: The shell is an original WWII Model 1935 type. It is stamped as an ET62 inside the flare near the left ear. This mark denotes the manufacturer as Eisenhuttenwerke, Thale and the shell size as 62cms. I think that the helmet, when acquired, was in its third configuration. The first would have been its wartime production type, then it would have been mounted with a comb of some type due to the three repaired holes (front, top and rear). The third configuration seems to be for the Norwegians. It was painted in the right type of green, similar to the M35 Green, a nice Norwegian leather liner (ink stamped with a Norwegian type crown) and double buckle chinstrap attached to the liner. There was a hole stamped in the front centre of shell, obviously to mount a badge. The helmet is in nice condition despite the repaired holes. The slightest bit of surface rust was evident on the outer through the existing paint. Liner: The liner is a replica with a zinc outer band, nice leather liner and drawstring. In this instance, I have modified a 64 liner to fit this 62 helmet. This has allowed a larger head size fit to a 56cm. Chinstrap: A replacement leather chinstrap marked RB Nr 0/0390/0204 has been fitted. Restored Depiction: Depicts early smooth, apple green, DD helmet. A splinter pattern camo cover has been fitted

Price: $385 AUD