Item Description
Original Item: Only One Available. This is a fantastic condition, WWI era Imperial German “pickelhaube” Fire helmet, made with the standard boiled leather body, and all of the fittings look to be very attractive German alloy. These include the fire brigade top comb, the trim for the front and rear visors. The front plate (wappen) looks to be brass, which must have been quite striking when it was brand new.
The central plate has a "Winged Griffin" holdinh the central shield. At the bottom of the Wappen is a scroll with the German Fireman’s motto GOTT Z EHR DEM NÄCHSTEN Z WEHR which means "Honor God - Defend your neighbor (against fire)."
Condition overall is very good, and this configuration was typical of the early to pre war period. Interior crown has two original comb anchors secured under the bolts for the top comb. The hard leather body does unfortunately has cracking and crazing present as well as a tear in the rear visor. The liner is still present though in delicate condition with a replaced top string. The leather chinstrap is still present and rather solid.
This is an unusual and very attractive item. Offered in good condition. Size is not marked but we estimate it to be 54-56 cm.
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