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02-11-2023 11:12 PM
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Uffz could equal Unteroffizier..
I'd rather be A "RaD Man than a Mad Man "
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Looks like a legitimate and untouched example to me. To answer your questions: 1) That is a late war chinstrap that is made of two pieces of leather sandwiched together. Not often seen (I have only one) but real. Constructed almost like paratrooper helmet chinstraps. 2) Uffz stands for Unteroffizier which is a rank. 3) It may be researchable since you have a full name but someone else will have to tell you the process.
This could probably clean up some - mitigate the rust and soften the leather - but most collectors prefer their helmets "untouched".
Well worth the price you paid even in this rather poor condition. Can't tell for sure what the shell maker is, possibly EF. The good news is, I believe the wire is an original wartime application. That damage to the shell is more than a bullet hole, more likely a large shell fragment/shrapnel.
Cheers,
Terry
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On my cell phone, but fom what I can see I like the chances of the wire being good
"Please", Thank You" and proper manners appreciated
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"Don't tell me these are investments if you never intend to sell anything" (Quote: Wife)
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I like this helmet very much for its salty untouched look with an overall commensurate appearance. I also feel that some of your observations are spot on, particularly with how basic the wire setup is which gives this one a little more credence. Often we see elaborate wire basket constructions created to impress. Although we can’t ever be 100% certain with wire unless some form of provenance is provided, this one gives me the impression of it more likely to be original than not.
Andy
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Believable example. Uffz. most definitely stands for "Unteroffizier" - his rank.
Todd
Former U.S. Army Tanker.
"Best job I ever had."
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Agree with what's been said. Good, untouched helmet with a very real possibility for having it's original wartime wire. The rust and overall patina of the wire certainly seem to match the helmet, and even the wire attachment points look similar to other period correct examples I've seen. I like this one. Excellent find with high potential, I think.
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Thank you for the help. I agree that it could be cleaned up, but I generally shy from that. I was not aware that there's a late war multi-piece chinstrap. Learn something new all the time. Thank you ABN
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