M40 ET64 Luftwaffe, pretty tidy condition.

**KradSpam** · 10-12-2013, 11:03 PM

Here is a nice M40 Luft by Thale that I just got in, actually my first of the type which seems odd. Lot number 1436 but I forgot to take pics of the shell stamps.... I should also say the pics are not the best and I'll get some outdoor shots up tomorrow, but I also wanted to mess with my camera settings and some indoor backgrounds.

Quite nice and possibly unissued condition. The liner looks unworn but has a bit of wear from storage and stacking - the drawstring has never been tied from what I can tell. Inside the liner is the name and number of the GI that picked it up 13125833, L Messick. If anyone knows of a place I can research US records to find out a bit more about this guy I would appreciate the tip. The paint still has that nice matt M40 look to it and is nicely textured, not shiny from handling and use. Decal has had a knock but I can live with it. From what I can tell ET did not make that many Luft M40's, A great many seem to be Quist produced.

I had a bit of a cull late last year and I'm now much happier with the shape my collection is taking.

Enjoy the pics, thanks for looking

M40 ET64 Luftwaffe, pretty tidy condition.

**Espenlaub Militaria** · 10-12-2013 11:03 PM

We also buy and trade your items and full collections!

**Wagriff** · 10-12-2013, 11:12 PM

Nice looking Luft! But where did you hide the chinstrap?

**HJ-Collector** · 10-12-2013, 11:15 PM

thats a real looker Andy !

**MD Helmets** · 10-12-2013, 11:21 PM

Not bad Andy. A good looking helmet. . Photos didn't turn out all that bad. Too bad I sold my minty strap. Would be perfect for this helmet. So what's next?

**KradSpam** · 10-13-2013, 12:21 AM

Thanks guys, it fills the gap I had for this type nicely. I think I'll aim for that police we were talking about Todd, but I never really think on what I'll get next. You know what it's like - you look for a double decal Heer and you find an SD KM

**MD Helmets** · 10-13-2013, 12:42 AM

I agree, a police helmet would be a good choice for the best acquisition. But you know how it goes. While you are looking for one, a different one just as good comes along and poof, your money is gone!