Derrittmeister Militaria
German Stahlhelm / Steel Helmet Camouflage
German Stahlhelm / Steel Helmet Camouflage
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$850.00 USD
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The Stahlhelm, or steel helmet, was created in 1916 as a replacement for the traditional spiked helmet worn by the German army during World War I. Its purpose was to provide better protection for soldiers' heads from shrapnel and other projectiles on the battlefield. There were different types of Stahlhelms produced over the years, with the M16 Stahlhelm being the first and the M35 Stahlhelm being more streamlined. One unique feature of some Stahlhelms was camouflage paint, which soldiers applied during World War II to blend in with their surroundings. The M42 Luftwaffe helmet is a striking example of this, featuring a blue-grey base color with mottled tan and green spots. Today, Stahlhelms are highly sought after by collectors and military enthusiasts as a reminder of Germany's role in both World War I and World War II and the technological advancements made during those conflicts.
