Original German WWII M38 Luftschutz Beaded Gladiator Air Defense Helmet with 57cm Liner - dated 1939 Russian Awards Medals Badges Insignia The sleeves are straight cut

The sleeves are straight cut

This marking signifies Leder-Zuweisungs-Amt Inspection Karlsruhe

The interior liner denotes the size of the "headpiece" and LARGE  X-LARGE

The COLTS PATENT on the side of the frame is similarly worn

The lock is marked R

Original German WWII M38 Luftschutz Beaded Gladiator Air Defense Helmet with 57cm Liner - dated 1939 Russian Awards Medals Badges Insignia The sleeves are straight cutOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice original M1938 Beaded Luftschutz Gladiator German helmet. The exterior of this German helmet retains over 90% of the original dark blue paint, with only light overall wear and scuffing. The helmet still has all four of the original hollow rivets, though the paint is worn. The Luftschutz decal is clean and 95% complete with a few scuffs and only light wear. The inner skirt is maker marked with