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WWII GERMAN LUFTSCHUTZ HELMET - CIVIL DEFENSE
The German Civil Defense forces in WWII were known as Lufyschutz. The helmet featured here was
Worned by the Civil Defense forces. This organization was tasked with multiple duties. Anywhere
from fighting fires to clearing debris from the streets after bombing raids. At the end of the war,
Luftschuts forces helped in the last ditch defense of Berlin against the advancing allied forces.
This is a WWII German Luftschutz gladiator helmet. Known as the "Gladiator" type due to the
similarities in shape with its namesake. With a large sticker in the
front. consisting of two wings and a swastika in the center. dark blue color. A very beautiful
helmet.
The back of the helmet is stamped and has a stiker applied to it. The stamp contains information
such as the size, manufacturer's name, etc. The edge of the helmet is rolled in similar fashion to
the M-35 style.
The helmet comes with a leather liner. In this case it is damaged. There are several fingers that
point towards the center. A string is employed to secure them together. Tightening and loosening
the string controls the height of the helmet and how it will sit on the head of the user.
The helmet has two air vents. This contributed to better air flow to keep the head of the
wearer cooler.
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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