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WWI-era German steel helmet, believed to be an M16-pattern helmet with the later M17-style steel liner band. My mother acquired it while living in Germany in the 1960s. Features intriguing hand-scratched lettering around the exterior. The writing’s age and meaning are unknown, but it adds character to this historic piece. Shows substantial age-related wear, surface rust, scratches, and finish loss, with green paint remaining inside. Leather liner is incomplete and deteriorated; one remaining pad is hardened, while another retains flexibility. The chinstrap has separated and is detached. Loose leather pieces pictured are included. Please review all photos carefully for condition and details.

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Vintage Original WW1/WW2 German M16/M17 Steel Military Helmet – World War 2. Please view all pics for condition. Shows wear from being used and from storage. Surfaces have some scuffs, and scratches. The helmet has surface rust, which I haven’t attempted to clean. Has a crack in the top back area of the helmet, which is pictured. Helmet is missing the liner inside. Still a nice original German M16 or M17 helmet. Measures: 12″ Long x 8 5/8″ Wide x 6 3/4 Tall. If you have any questions feel free to ask.

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