Original WWI Imperial German Prussian Infantry Officer Model 1897 Pickelhaube Leather Helmet with Case Swords Germany and marketed under the

Germany and marketed under the name of CARNOS and the cardboard carry case bears the British Registration number 42538

Quite scarce in that only some officers chose to arm themselves with long arms when leading troops into battle

This model basically became obsolete in 1892 with the adoption of the 8mm Lebel revolver cartridge

Length: 10 inches

One set only

Original WWI Imperial German Prussian Infantry Officer Model 1897 Pickelhaube Leather Helmet with Case Swords Germany and marketed under theOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a great condition, smart looking high end officer pickelhaube from a Prussian Infantry Regiment, which was most likely used during World War One. The Pickelhaube of commissioned officers holding a rank from Lieutenant to Colonel are all identical in features, but not quality. The quality of helmets within these ranks depended entirely on how much the individual wished to spend. A lowly Lieutenant's helmet may