WW1 Imperial German M16 Helmet With Chinstrap

If you are looking for one complete textbook example of the WW1 German M16 helmet then this 'timecapsule' piece may be for you.
Retaining a very good amount of its original factory ' apple green' paint this helmet still has its early original brass buckled chinstrap with all three of its M16 liner system liner pads & holders still intact. All three of the liner pins are undisturbed & totally original to the helmet with matching paint to that of the shell. To the reverse the liner pins are well seated into the leather band showing very natural age buildup around them. Both of its air vents have been plugged this often done by the soldier to aid in insulation down in the cold trenches. Maker & size marked ' BF62' to skirt for the firm 'FC Belinger' . All three liner pad holders are in good order showing moderate wear & with leather tightening lace still present. A handwritten name is visible to one of the holders.
Fabulous piece & difficult to find in such an untouched state.

Code: 12763