Original German WWII Heer Army M40 Single Decal Steel Helmet with 1943 Dated 53cm Relic Liner - Size 62 Shell Sales and does show some cracking

and does show some cracking on the edges where the leather is folded over

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however close inspection shows that it is indeed the gold version

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It does appear that the entire exterior of the helmet was coated with clear enamel lacquer during the war to protect it

Original German WWII Heer Army M40 Single Decal Steel Helmet with 1943 Dated 53cm Relic Liner - Size 62 Shell Sales and does show some crackingOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very good all original example of a German WWII M40 "Single Decal" helmet, issued to the Heer (Army). This stamped sheet steel construction helmet retains about 80% of its original lightly textured panzergrau (armored gray) paint, with no signs of repainting during the WWII period. The textured exterior does show some chipping, scratches, and rust, typical of a helmet that was used in the field, with the