Original German WWII 1941 Dated 2nd Model Afrikakorps DAK Sun Helmet by J. H. Soffel with Badges - Size 59cm Russian Antique Guns 32-20 caliber

32-20 caliber

The original tailor label is by Smith-Gray of New York which matches the officers peaked cap

The finish on the metalwork has matured to a nice light gray patina

on the latch

Original German WWII 1941 Dated 2nd Model Afrikakorps DAK Sun Helmet by J. H. Soffel with Badges - Size 59cm Russian Antique Guns 32-20 caliberOriginal Item: On first deployment to North Africa in 1941, Afrikakorps infantry were issued with the traditional European sun helmet known as Tropische Kopfbedeckung (Tropical headgear), of the type known to the British forces as the solar topi (or topee). In the German case, these were made of pith, had prominent ventilation holes in the crown, were khaki in color and bore two metal shields; on the right the national colors and on the left the