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WW1 German M16 Stahlhelm – Untouched Example with Original Liner & Chinstrap
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€ 1.200,00
A very attractive and increasingly difficult to find WW1 German M16 Stahlhelm, preserved in genuine untouched condition.
The helmet retains its original dark field-grey finish, showing honest age, wear and patina throughout. The surface has never been cleaned or restored and has a very appealing, untouched appearance. Both characteristic M16 ventilation lugs remain intact.
Most importantly, the helmet still retains its original period-installed M16 leather liner, complete with its three leather liner pads and drawstring. The leather shows considerable age, dryness and some damage, as can be clearly seen in the photographs, but remains completely untouched and has never been replaced or restored.
Also still present is the original leather chinstrap, attached to the characteristic M16 side-mounted chinstrap fittings. The chinstrap shows matching age and wear and complements the untouched character of the helmet perfectly.
The shell size marking is unfortunately no longer legible, but judging by the proportions of the helmet, the shell appears to be approximately a size 66.
Complete and genuinely untouched M16 helmets retaining both their original liner and original chinstrap have become increasingly difficult to find. A very honest WW1 combat helmet with excellent character and untouched patina.