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WWII German M-35 SS Helmet -
The Schutzstaffel, abbreviated SS was a major Nazi organization under Adolf Hitler and the Nazi
Party. The SS grew from a small paramilitary unit to a powerful force that served as the
Führer's "Praetorian Guard," the Nazi Party's "Shield Squadron" and a force that, fielding
almost a million men (both on the front lines and as political police), managed to exert as much
political influence as the Wehrmacht. Built upon the Nazi ideology, the SS, under Heinrich
Himmler's command, was responsible for many of the crimes against humanity perpetrated by the
Nazis during World War II, and most of the worst of those crimes.
This is a WWII German SS Double Decal helmet. With the classic pea green combat color. An M-35
style helmet with the rolled rim. The sticker in one side is of the SS
insignia. The other bears the swastika on a red background.
The helmet retains the original leather liner with the aluminum ring frame. Notice that the
rivets are missing. It is impossible to determine when they were removed. The wear on top of
the helmet is typical of the damage derived from placing it upside down on the ground.
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The modern German helmet saw its birth during World War One. Its design was so advanced
for the time that the German government saw it fit for the same basic design to be re-employed
during World War Two.
The German helmet of World Wat Two has become one of the most recognizable silhouttes of war.
The helmetss of the Third Reich came in a variety of designs. There were approximatelly
9 different types developed. Even the non-military helmets often displayed the
swastika as a means to show support of the Nazi party. The helmet was constructed of a
combination of metal and leather.
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This view of the helmet shows the rolled edge. The leather liner has several fingers pointing
towards the center. Fingers are attached via the use of a string. Tightening and loosening
the string adjusts the height of how the helmet sits on the head.
This is a closer photo of the SS emblem. The angle of the lightning bolts. The placement of the
sticker and the feel of the edge of the sticker provide indications of the authenticity of the
helmet.
This type of helmet is very desirable and often times
reproduced. The buyer must study the items carefully to make sure how to tell the difference
between real and fake.
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WWII German helmets are currently being
reproduced.
It is becoming more difficult to be able to tell the fake ones from the real ones because
the quality of the reproductions is improving. The collector must become familiarized with
the construction style and materials employed in the manufacturing of this headgear.
Attention to the details is critical in order to be able to determine the authenticity of
the collectible.
If you have an interest is seeing other American military headgear, you can do so by
going to our WWII German helmets
identification guide. Where we cover Army, Navy, Luftwaffe and other organizations.
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PRICING GUIDE INFORMATION
The value for the German WWII helmets and other military antiques and collectibles is provided
as a means to educate the collector community and individuals who have a general interest on the field.
The following is an estimated value. Prices may vary in every state and every country. This service
is provided courtesy of
MilitaryItems.com .
The source for military antiques and collectibles in the web.
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| Value |
$1,500.00 |
$1,800.00 |
$2,000.00 |
$2,500.00 |
$2,800.00 |
$3,000.00 |
$3,500.00 |
$4,200.00 |
$4,800.00 |
$5,100.00 |
$5,300.00 |
$5,500.00 |
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While the item featured here is not for sale, similar items like it are available for
purchase in our website MilitaryItems.com
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MARKET ANALYSIS
Mar 20th, 2017
German helmets came in a large variety and make great collectibles. The item featured
here is very hard to find. In general its appreciation has been aggressive. SS helmets are well liked by
collectors. It is expected that this value trend will continue.
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