Germany. An M35 Schutzpolizei Double Decal Steel Helmet
(Schutzpolizei M35 Stahlhelm). Constructed of molybdenum steel (magnetic); with its original green paint on the interior and exterior. It features riveted air vents and a smooth crimped finished edge along the entire helmet, making this a signature M35 helmet. The interior has its original butterscotch-coloured leather liner, constructed of eight leather panels, each with five ventilation holes, and an additional hole at the top for the drawstring to be fed through. The drawstring itself is missing, however. The chin strap is constructed of leather that is stained/oiled to a rich black colour, with its original metal hardware, and is securely fastened to the metal frame within the helmet. The underside of the skirt on the reverse is stamped “5005” and “SE64” for “Sächsische Emaillier und Stanzwerke”. On the left of the exterior is a gold and black police decal, while the right side of the exterior depicts a decal of a white encircled swastika on a red background. The helmet measures 230 mm (w) x 281 mm (h). The exterior of the helmet is well preserved, with paint transfer from storage. The headliner on the interior shows wear in the form of sweat stains and rips. In overall very fine condition.

