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WWII GERMAN COMBAT LUFTSCHUTZ HELMET
This is a German WWII Luftschutz helmet. Used by the Civil defense forces in Germany. The
Luftschutz was a civilian force who served multiple purposes. From fighting fires and
clearing debris resulting from bombing raids to being the last line of defense when Germany
was being over ran by the allied forces at the end of the war.
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The helmet has a leather liner. The type of leather used is cured differently from the one
employed in the combat helmets. A blue leather chin strap is provided. The strap has two
different types of buckles. A chromed buckle attaches together to secure the two sections
of the straps.
The edge of the helmet is rolled. The liner has several fingers that came together and were
secured via the use of a string. Tightening and loosening the string controls the height of
how the helmet rests in the head.
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PRICING GUIDE INFORMATION
The following is an estimated value. It may vary in every state and every country.
The year in which the estimated value was made is noted
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and collectibles.
| Value (2007) | $200.00 |
| Availability (2007) | Medium |
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