Early M16 Luft Transitional - BF62 - Double Decal - Set Back - Early Droop Tail Adler

[relicz]

Great helmet Jim, especially with that rarely encountered pre '36 decal.

Very cool all the way around.

[AndyM35]

Jim, the second lot of photos are very interesting. I note that one of the pads has unusual stitching to two of the liner tongues. Haven’t seen this before but perhaps to strengthen them as this is the point at which they are often noted to tear. Perhaps experimental?

The second tranny is also a great example and a Bell L no less.

Thanks for showing,
Andy

[M38]

Thanks Jim. Still not sure of interior dome color, looks from the latest pics like maybe it is green after all? Very unusual rivet configuration on both helmets but both helmets are great. My compliments. Are these from our mutual friend Al??

Cheers,
Terry

[helmet2id]

Hi Terry, the dome is green. Unlike many of the oddballs i have, neither are from Mr. B, although he does have a Luft tranny configured like the thread starter, only his, not surprisingly, is in MUCH better condition. Hope all had a nice holiday! Cheers, Jim G.

[Schwerpunkt]

Green dome indeed , I love the stories these transitional helmets tell.
Nice pair Jim.

[MAP]

Green dome indeed , I love the stories these transitional helmets tell.
Nice pair Jim.

The frustrating part is trying to interpret the stories But that is also the fun part!