September 5-7, 2023 Firearms & Militaria
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 9/7/2023
German WWII Luftwaffe M35 double decal helmet marked "ET66" for the maker "Eisenhüttenwerk Thale / Harz", in a shell size of 66, with a lot number of "4315". Shell retains 60-65% of its original smooth dark blue-gray paint, with scrapes, patina, and freckling. Interior retains 75-80% of its untouched smooth blue-gray finish with dirt, dust, and freckling. The name "Krechel" is painted on the rear inner skirt. The Luftwaffe decal is approximately 55% with heavy damage and natural wear, and the national color decal is approximately 70% with damage and wear; both with an era coat of lacquer present on the undamaged parts, easily visible with a blacklight. Original aluminum liner band is present and is untouched. Dark brown leather liner has 5 damaged tongues with 2 being partially broken. A piece of very old tape retains one of those pieces, and is attached to a shoe lace. The liner has moderate wear and damage around the edge and is very dry. No size stamp is visible, and no drawstring is present. Part of a very dry and damaged chinstrap is still attached. CONDITION: Overall very good. WEZ
Item Dimensions: 11 x 9 x 6"