Sauerland Decal

[G43]

This has been discussed before and despite the rarity of these helmets, the consensus amongst the more experienced helmet collectors was that a genuine Sauerland would only go for around $5000 if I recall correctly.

Is the example you found on Oakleaf Militaria's site by any chance?

Actually yes Glenn, and thank you for clearing up the pricing.

[DougB]

I have moved this to the helmet section as its a commentary thread. You can repost a pic of it in the fake section there if you want. The decal reference section is a non commentary reference only section.

[cricketchris1944]

This is a fake, oakleaf militaria example is also fake. Kelly Hick's example is original. If the decal does not exactly match up then it is bad. As far as I know there was only a single variation of the decal. The oakleaf militaria fake is seen on a lot of helmets, even gladiators. The originals I think are only seen on NS M42s.

What is real on that website.
If you want a Charlemagne division we have them by the hand full.
Agree this one is a fake.
chris

[DougB]

For those that are interested here is the most detailed breakdown of a real Sauerland decal you will find.

http://www.walhalla.se/topic/37128-t...-adm-analysis/