Original Imperial German WWI Prussian EM/NCO Infantry M1915 Pickelhaube Spiked Helmet
Item Description
Original Item: Only One Available. A nice example of an M-1915 Imperial Prussian Line Infantry enlisted man's Mannschaften (other ranks or EM / NCO) pickelhaube in near relic condition.
The M1915 was the last model of Pickelhaube issued prior to the move to steel helmets. In accordance with the 1915 regulations, these helmets would no longer use brass, silver, or Tombak as the M1895 did. All issued Pickelhaube would now use gray oxidized steel fittings for all Regiments. As with previous versions, the body was constructed from boiled leather, which was shaped and lacquered black.
This helmet features an oxide plated steel frontplate (wappen), and the crown of this leather helmet displays a vented enlisted removable spike mounted on a steel baseplate, which still correctly comes off. There is also a small adjustable vent on the spine that supports the rear skirt, only seen on the enlisted helmets, which is also still fully functional, though stiff.
The front wappen features a crowned Prussian state eagle clutching a scepter and orb in its claws, over the King's motto, MIT GOTT FÜR KOENIG UND VATERLAND (With God for King and Country, i.e. Prussia). The wappen retains its original leather wedges which were used to attach the plate to the front of the helmet.
Unfortunately both of the Kokarden are missing from this helmet, as is the chin strap. The original liner is partly present with a lot of deterioration and pieces missing.
The exterior of the helmet shell is in good shape, with some change to the shape, and the black enamel still exhibits a nice sheen still. There are areas of cracking and checking, but they just serve to add to the lovely patina of age. The front visor appear to be mostly attached with the rear visor almost completely detached and both do have some shape change present.
Overall a nice condition Imperial Prussian pickelhaube, perfect for any WWI collection!
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