Looking at the lot number, maker on the M42 it never originally had a decal.
It's an M40 so could have had a decal, but i'm not convinced with this one - the 'tool' marks are somewhat strange.
Nick
EDIT: I see it's two different helmets. Off.Panzer - you need to post your items individually in separate threads, otherwise it gets very confusing. To add to what BlackCat said, the second helmet is hkp so definitely not a factory made SS helmet.
The first helmet, ET 62 M40, the SS decal is fake.
Second helmet, the HKP M42...that decal is fake also & the helmet appears post war painted & artificially aged
D.
Thank you for your help I paid 7000 € his two helmets I will return them to the seller and be reimbursed by paypal, thank you
I think if they were real and in that condition they may be worth 2500 € - 3000 € each (Based on what I have seen on sale in Europe), so I think you overpaid.
Of course, you definitely need to get your money back on these!
€7000!!
Yikes, you could get far far better for your money I am sure.
This is a case of "Financial Suicide". Not wise spending $7K euros on something you are not sure of. If your interest lies in SS helmets...there are a few threads here with original examples to study for the next time you think of buying one. All you need to do is look & ask questions before you buy.
I also recommend asking the seller for better images. If they are asking this kind of money, clearer, detailed pictures are expected (unless they are trying to hide something)
D.
How much of your collection did you get from one dealer in particular?
Best wishes,
Mart
Considering the forum just saved you 7000e, you might consider becoming a paying member.
It's only 25$US, and it helps keep this place going.
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