Original German WWII M38 Luftschutz Air Defense Gladiator Helmet Original Items
Item: ON3983

Original German WWII M38 Luftschutz Air Defense Gladiator Helmet

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  • Original Items: Only one set available. This is an excellent original M1938 Beaded Luftschutz Gladiator German helmet. The exterior of this German helmet retains about 95% of the original dark blue paint. The helmet retains the original split pin rivets. The Luftschutz decal is clean and 95% complete.


    The inner skirt is maker marked RL 2 38/25. In addition there is a paint stamp that reads:


    Vertrieb genehmigt
    gemäß § 8 Luftschutzgesetz
    Kopfweite 57
    Höchstpreis RM 8.50

    This stamp appears to be a distribution stamp, which translates to: "Distribution approved according to Section 8 Air protection legislation. Head Width 57. Highest Price 8.50 Reichsmark."


    Liner is absent but liner band is present. The chin strap is in good condition.


    Overall a very nice genuine German WWII M38 Luftschutz helmet.


  • This product is available for international shipping. Shipping not available to: Australia, France, or Germany
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  • Due to legal restrictions this item cannot be shipped to Australia, France or Germany. This is not a comprehensive list and other countries may be added in the future.

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