Opinions of this Helmet?

[MilitaryCollect]

Hi everyone,

This helmet just crossed my path, and I was wondering if you guys think it's legitimate. I'm very eager to learn more about identifying fakes, so any assistance will be much appreciated.



Best regards,

Troy

[yellow12]

Hello,

IMO a real but little bid salty M35 by Eisenhüttenwerke Thale > E.T.

Typical ET styled eagle ........

Looks like in all criteria nice original

[Gunny Hartmann]

From what i can see it looks a nice honest lid, can you post a photo of the liner please?...

[MilitaryCollect]

Hopefully these are a little more helpful!

[harryamb2]

looks a good one to me too.

[Walkwolf]

The liner looks a little too 'red' IMO - like the Norwegian
type. Possible liner swap.........?

[MilitaryCollect]

Seller is asking for $900. I'm debating whether I should jump on this one or just hold off.

[helmet2id]

The liner looks a little too 'red' IMO - like the Norwegian
type. Possible liner swap.........?

I think it is just sweat stained. The rivets holding the leather to the band are the correct flat headed aluminum rivets, not the smaller round headed rivets used by the Norwegians on the dyed reused German pieces. Also, the usual large ink size stamp seen on the dyed Norwegian liners is absent. I think the liner in original. I do think, however, that the exterior was repainted. I think they painted around the bird but it looks to me as if tri color was unearthed. Still not a bad piece at the right price. Just my opinion, Jim G.

[helmet2id]

Seller is asking for $900. I'm debating whether I should jump on this one or just hold off.

That price is a bit dear in my opinion. For that price you can get a nice single decal M42 Heer or a REALLY NICE SD Luft. Jim G.

[Gunny Hartmann]

I agree at $900 it's over priced, offer him $700!...