Original Imperial German WWI M16 Stahlhelm Helmet with M17 Liner Band & Replacement Liner Pads - Ventilation Lug Filled - Marked BF62 Percusion Muskets Scabbard Length: 21 1/4”

Scabbard Length: 21 1/4”

Serial number found under walnut grips is 12592 making this a mid 1862 production

The core paint on the iron center is also mostly present on both sides

He would pass away on December 20th

The button attached field gray Schulterklappen (Shoulder boards) show an anchor with a superimposed winged bomb and no othe devices

Original Imperial German WWI M16 Stahlhelm Helmet with M17 Liner Band & Replacement Liner Pads - Ventilation Lug Filled - Marked BF62 Percusion Muskets Scabbard Length: 21 1/4”Original Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice example of an original WWI German M16 Helmet shell, maker marked BF62. The original feldgrau paint is still well retained inside the shell, with about 50% still present on the exterior, with the expected heavy wear. It does not look to have been repainted at any time. There are some scuffs and minor irregularities in the shell, but no noticeable dents or cracks. The metal liner band is still