Original German WWII Named Army Heer M40 Double Decal Helmet with 1940 Dated 59cm Liner - EF66 Crimean War both born in Philadelphia

both born in Philadelphia

on which the barrel pivoted upwards

having a good aged anodized/blued finish

while the cylinder arbor pin is marked with 5117

which looks to be 6

Original German WWII Named Army Heer M40 Double Decal Helmet with 1940 Dated 59cm Liner - EF66 Crimean War both born in PhiladelphiaOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a lovely example of a German WWII M40 helmet, as issued to the Heer (Army), with very desirable "Double Decals". This stamped sheet steel construction helmet definitely looks to have seen long service during the war, and at some point the exterior was repainted, giving it a lovely textured finish. The decals may have been re applied at that point, or may have been covered cleaned off, which definitely looks