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Original WWII shells had a cork texture which I’d say was “chunkier” than the “sand” texture used on Korea/Vietnam War helmets. WWII M1’s also typically had shiny stainless steel rims that formed a seam in the front of the helmet. Chinstrap bales of early M1s were fixed, but around 1943 they...

Technically, he overpaid just a little. But since it was a gift from your dad, I’d say it’s priceless now!

Pea green paint, sand texturing, manganese trim, rear seam and swivel bales all point to this being a Post-WWII era helmet. This type was used through the war in Vietnam all the way to the mid 1980s. As the others have said, the liner is original from WWII. Helmets should be fine displayed on...

Hey, it’s Doughboy_Militaria here! Good to see you finally got the photos uploaded!

Again, great haul, Dane! I too have recently acquired several items including things such as a Qing dynasty sword and ACW Confederate snake buckle, but I didn’t bother to post them because they aren’t related to any 19th/20th century European Empires haha

Got it, thanks!

Hi Wojtek! What is the alcohol to old varnish ratio you use for this method?

Cool! Nice to see a British lid here.

Absolutely stunning! Congrats!

Nice! These are the kind of deals all collectors dream about!

Pickelhauben are made of leather which shrinks over time. I think that’s why there is seemingly no space for a crown.

Yep, from what I’ve seen, prices range anywhere from $450 for a relic (if you get lucky), up to $1000+ for one in good condition. It can get quite expensive!

Thank you! I’m starting to venture into the realm of miscellaneous relics to supplement my First Empire button collection. I hope to piece together a full set of original shako scales someday, and maybe pick up an original shako plate as well.

Well, I’ve been shopping again! My latest find is a French Napoleonic officer’s aiguillette (shoulder cord) end from Napoleon’s 1812. I suspect that this example was worn by a cavalryman, but I’ll have to do more research. Photos! (I also included a screenshot of a published example of a French...

Cool! Always like to see Ersatz hauben.

Yep! King George also took many of the best men from the Brunswick Ducal Corps for his KGL.

Amazing piece! I think it’s definitely the same one in the book!

Amazing catch, Sandy! This one is a beauty, and I’m glad Wojtek was able to save it!

Beautiful find!

Cool little grouping! Thanks for sharing!