Ww2 helmet

[TopGunner]

Hi, I have had this helmet for some time now and don't really know for sure what it's origin is. If anyone could help me it would be much appreciated.

I am new and am having issues uploading pictures on here but if i

 

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[Retired Sarge]

Never clean a helmet, dusting is one thing or wiping down with a damp cloth from time to time. Like many collectables, cleaning actually decreases value.

After looking at the placement of the rivets, your shell is a WWII made Mk III shell with a WWII era liner (The Mk IV had the rivets placed much lower). The repaint could be a WWII repaint or later, you never know, remember D-day happened June 44, the war ended in May 45. Lots of battles in-between where it might have been repainted.

A good site for some really good information is:

British and Commonwealth Militaria - Wehrmacht-Awards.com Militaria Forums

The link I sent is straight to their British area of the site, it's free to join and you'll get some good information and might even get a better current price range.

 

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