German helmet - any information would be greatly appreciated

[Jasper11]

Hi could anyone give me any info on this helmet - bought it at a flea market in France - looks original - possibly repainted on outside? any info would be greatly received

[chevyfan2k9]

It's a m42 dug relic that someone repainted and put a fake decal on it, hope you didnt pay much for this

[FALLSCHIRMJAGER]

Hi, as said, this is a ground dug relic M42 that someone has painted over. Leon.

[MAP]

Well it is a relic for sure. And I would lean heavily towards a messed with re-painted exterior but were really need clear photos. There is a slight chance it might be original white wash, but doubt it, especially with that painted on swastika?

[Jasper11]

The swastika is also in paint not a decal , no chance it could have been done during the war or more likely a post war addition?

[Jasper11]

What further pics would be helpful ? Would it be worth more with the paint removed? Roughly whats it worth as it is?

[mpw]

Hi Jasper.

Surely the helmet is worth what you paid for it? The objects you have posted are pretty much low end when it comes to collectables. If you take a little effort and do some home work you will get a better idea of values. Try looking at Ebay for example where there are plenty of relic helmets coming up for sale.

Regards, Mark.

[chevyfan2k9]

Relics are everywhere and cheap, this one I picked up for $80 usd and it's not bad for a relic and decal is mostly intact with no rust holes or cracks

[Schwerpunkt]

What further pics would be helpful ? Would it be worth more with the paint removed? Roughly whats it worth as it is?

It is not a rare item and condition is poor. It is not a treasure. You will see that collectors here do not talk about prices. We are here to talk about helmets and history.

[Jasper11]

Thanks for your input .didnt mean to sound mercinary about asking about value just wanted to check i hadnt been scammed -purchased it for the equivilant of £30