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04-21-2013 02:01 PM
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Re: M35 Style DD LW Vulkanfibre Parade Helmet
Wow Jim! I really like it. I'm a believer on the decals 100%. A complete keeper and in super condition. Congrats!
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Re: M35 Style DD LW Vulkanfibre Parade Helmet
Ohw, really nice helmet! But,... why is the eagle flying to the opposite direction? Normally he flies from right to left... here he flies from left to right...
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Re: M35 Style DD LW Vulkanfibre Parade Helmet
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Krikke1980
Ohw, really nice helmet! But,... why is the eagle flying to the opposite direction? Normally he flies from right to left... here he flies from left to right...
This is an early private purchase commercially produced Adler decal. I have seen an identical example owned by Al Barrows on a vulkanfibre shell, and a second pattern eagle on a transitional shell which was printed in the same orientation but applied on the right side of the shell (therefore it is "flying" towards the front of the helmet on that one). I don't have an official explanation for it. It could be a misprint, or a mistake by the manufacturer who may have patterned the decal on a breast eagle. In any event, it is 100% period correct and real. I bought this one from Ken Niewiarowicz (he knows a little about Third Reich headgear) and it has been in hand vetted by Al Barrows (another guy who forgets more in a day about German helmets than I will ever know). The reason I bought this one was the fact that it had interesting decals (I really like the tri color as well!). The "odd balls" are what makes this hobby interesting to me. Anyway, there it is, Jim G.
Last edited by helmet2id; 04-21-2013 at 07:50 PM.
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Re: M35 Style DD LW Vulkanfibre Parade Helmet
Thank you for the explenation. It's something not often seen... That's wat makes this forum very interesting!
Cheers.
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Re: M35 Style DD LW Vulkanfibre Parade Helmet
Phenomenal helmet Jim. If I were to own one fibre this would be the one. Simply outstanding in every respect, best helmet shown here in a long time with respect to condition and rarity. My compliments sir!
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Re: M35 Style DD LW Vulkanfibre Parade Helmet
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DougB
Phenomenal helmet Jim. If I were to own one fibre this would be the one. Simply outstanding in every respect, best helmet shown here in a long time with respect to condition and rarity. My compliments sir!
Thanks Doug, I own 2 vulkanfibre helmets, this one and a double decal Heer Model 3 prototype, the model with the slots in the apron that was field tested (and rejected) in 1932 and 1933 as a possible replacement for the heavy and cumbersome WWI steel helmets. That one is in really poor shape, but its rarity makes up for its appearance. Anyway, it seems to me that collectors ignore these vulkanfibre helmets. I think they are really interesting! Well, I've got some chores to do today, so I'll sign off. Best regards, Jim G.
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Re: M35 Style DD LW Vulkanfibre Parade Helmet
Great helmet Jim.
A very good one to have.
The decal is good and super rare great addition to your collection.
This type of helmets is what makes collecting helmet fun.
chris
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Re: M35 Style DD LW Vulkanfibre Parade Helmet
Great lid Jim! and I love the Adler on it.
A very rare lid indeed, congrats and thanks for showing it
Eric
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