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GERMAN BGS M35-53 STEEL HELMET c/w LINER & CHINSTRAP, ESTATE FRESH FIND!
$ 79.19
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This listing is an estate-fresh pick in the form of a late 1940's, early 1950's style German military steel helmet, maintaining the same basic profile as the original German WWII model M35/40 steel helmet, only lacking the ventilation and liner mounting holes. This was the type of steel helmet utilized in the immediate post-WWII German military and is, I believe, known as the Model M35-53, as utilized by early elements of the German "Bundes Grenzschutz" (Government Border Guards). The basic profile of the earlier wartime helmet is maintained, however that's pretty much where the similarities end. The liner is maintained by a cross-sectioned frame work, which I believe was spot-welded into the interior of the helmet, and additionally maintained by hardware which also secures a cushioned "dome-pad" in the very crown of the helmet. The liner itself is of perforated leather, with additional perforations at the forehead area for ventilation, and is also adjustable. The leather chinstrap is secured to the shell w/ hardware very reminiscent of the standard US M1 type. The leather chinstrap is complete, however it would appear that the long end has been somewhat trimmed to better accommodate its original wearer, which is not at all uncommon on issued items. The helmet retains most of its original OD / brownish paint finish to the exterior and interior, and the rear of the helmet shell is stamped w/ what I believe to be the manufacturers mark along w/ the size "64". There are some ink markings to the liner, which appear to be both a name and number. Although post-WWII, these are still apparently quite collectible w/ the crowd who appreciates Cold War militaria. This helmet is utterly estate-fresh, being offered for the first time and appears for all intent and purpose to be totally original. If you collect this genre of miltiaria, don't miss this offering!Buyer is responsible for postage costs, to be tabulated at close of sale based on buyers location and method shipped* (**typically via USPS Priority Mail), which may include insurance and / or signature confirmation fees. Payment is expected in full within 48 hours of close of sale, however please refrain from remitting payment until AFTER invoice is received. Massachusetts residents are responsible for remittance of state sales tax in the amount of 6.25% of the items cost unless a valid Ma. resale number and associated information are presented at checkout. Lastly, buyer must be at least 21 years of age to purchase. Thank you.