Published WW1 German M16 Camouflage Helmet With Unique Swirl Effect

A three tone M17 camouflage helmet that has had black swirls worked into each segment to enhance the effectiveness of the scheme. This actual helmet can be seen on Page 158 of the superb reference book 'Stahlschutzhelme' by , in short, esteemed collector & author Oliver Lock .
In the classic colours of tan ochre , red brown & forest green small swirls have been applied to some of the segments creating a somewhat artistic & unique addition to a helmet that could otherwise be described as conforming to the 1918 directive of standardisation. Interior has the later three stitch lined leather band denoting its manufacture by way of lamination process involving thinner leather sections which were not as robust as the earlier thicker versions. Marked to underside of rim with manufacturer & size 'BF62'.

Code: 13840