Original German WWII M38 Luftschutz Beaded Gladiator Air Defense Helmet - dated 1938 French Artwork & Posters Its principal missions were to

Its principal missions were to build up Italian morale and to depress that of the enemy by creating the impression that a large force of Americans had reached the front and was preparing to enter that battle line and take an active part in the fighting

so we believe this is a period alteration

or fitted with a saddle ring

Japan Sept

The serial number falls into the correct range for Model 1890 upgrade modifications

Original German WWII M38 Luftschutz Beaded Gladiator Air Defense Helmet - dated 1938 French Artwork & Posters Its principal missions were toOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice service worn original M1938 Beaded Luftschutz Gladiator German helmet. The exterior of this German helmet retains over 75% of the original dark blue paint, with overall wear and some scuffs through the paint. There is also a cracked dent on the rear top of the helmet, probably from falling debris. The front of the helmet has a very nice patinated LUFTSCHUTZ winged decal, which is retained over