Another M16/Stirnpanzer Combo

[helmet2id]

Here is my other M16/Stirnpanzer combo. The shell is a T.J. 68, and has a steel liner band. Judging from the fit of the band, AND the condition of the split pins, I believe it was a period done replacement. The plate itself is forge marked R.V.28, and has what I believe to be a museum inventory number painted on the inner surface. The chinstrap and the strap for the plate are both gone. I am convinced that during the Great War the shell was worn with a brow plate due to the shadow on the circumference of the shell that runs from the slots on the plate around the back of the shell that matches the location and width of the strap that would have been present when the piece was in service. The wear on the brow of the shell also suggests that a plate was worn. Finally, the patina on both matches pretty well, so again, the romantic in me would like to imagine that these 2 have been together for the past 98 years - who knows? Hope you like it, Jim G.

[relicz]

Two sets is more than I could hope for, thanks for sharing Jim!

[SHINDENKAI]

Another great set!

Wonder if there are camo examples, that would be cool to see.

Thank you for sharing.

Cheers!
Taka

[DougB]

Ah Jim, we got to talk some trade......I have a double runic SS M42 ex winter camo that is looking for a new home. :-)

[helmet2id]

Ah Jim, we got to talk some trade......I have a double runic SS M42 ex winter camo that is looking for a new home. :-)

Doug, please don't toy with me - I think you know how much I love that M42! Jim G.

[DougB]

Doug, please don't toy with me - I think you know how much I love that M42! Jim G.

No toying!

[harryamb2]

if you are thinking of buying one,give it the drop test.these have been made in cast iron and they brake.

[SteveR]

Another fine set.

[unimarc]

Really, really nice !!!

[helmet2id]

Bumping this for Paul (Irish) as well. Jim G.