Original Czechoslovakian Pre-WWII Vz32/M32 "Egg-Shell" Steel Helmet - Dated 1936
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Original Item: Only One Available. This is a very rare Pre-WWII Czechoslovakian Vz32 Steel helmet, sometimes known as the M32, M34, Vz32/34, and other designations. The Vz32 was the last of many Czech helmet designs, and were issued in the 1930's and saw service right through to the German Invasion. These helmets would be continued to be worn well after with the German Luftschutz and the German Allied Slovak Army on the Eastern Front. After the war these helmets would be adopted by the Civil Defense and Fire Brigade units.
The Vz32 shell is "egg-shell" shaped, unlike many helmets of the day, which had pronounced contouring, front brims, etc. It has a unique 5 pad liner system, which utilizes 5 discreet pads that are riveted to the shell, along with a standard heavy leather split chin strap attached on bales that are riveted directly to the shell. There are no markings on the shell. It is very difficult to find these helmets pre-war manufactured and without being severely altered.
This helmet is still in the original Pre-War configuration, with olive paint and the original liner. Most Vz32 helmets were refurbished post war, making this a rare find. One of the five pads is now gone, but the other four are in good shape. The exterior shell retains much of the original paint, with a great patina of age. The chin strap on this example is leather, correct for the period. The chinstrap and liner are in great condition, with all pads in good condition. All four remaining pads are dated 1936 on the underside.
A good example of a very hard to find helmet. Comes ready for further research and display.
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