Item Description
Original Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice example of an original WWI German M16 Helmet shell, maker-marked BF64. The original feldgrau paint is still well retained inside the shell, with about 75% still present on the exterior, with the expected wear. It does not look to have been repainted at any time. The metal liner band is still retained, as are the original three split pins. The liner pads are all missing, and only half of the chinstrap is retained.
The shell is stamped B.F.64. indicating that F.C. Bellinger of Fulda manufactured it. This company made shells in sizes 62 and 64 for the war effort. Size 64 is a nice medium large size that can accommodate liners from 56cm to 57cm or US 7 to 7 1/8. We checked, and there is no rolling mill marking on the shell.
There is a name under the rear skirt, Schulz, certainly the name of the soldier who wore it. The exterior of the shell has some heavy wear and staining, with several small white streaks across the exterior finish.
This helmet, offered in great collectible condition, makes an eye catching addition to any Great War collection. Ready to display!
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