Original Imperial German WWI Prussian M1895 Infantry Ersatz Felt Pickelhaube Fitzhelme Spiked Helmet - Rare Simplified Pattern Caps & Hats Some minor storage wear and

Some minor storage wear and oxidation from age on the fittings to be expected

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and has original paint with white stenciling on the exterior that bears a maker log and 1940

A bolo is characterized by having a native hardwood or animal horn handle (such as from the carabao)

Original Imperial German WWI Prussian M1895 Infantry Ersatz Felt Pickelhaube Fitzhelme Spiked Helmet - Rare Simplified Pattern Caps & Hats Some minor storage wear andOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is the second time we have had one of these scarce simplified pattern Ersatz Fitzhelms! Not only is this a scarce model to obtain, let alone one in such appealing condition! When WWI broke out, there was a great need for additional helmets and equipment for the mobilization. A shortage of cow hide from Argentina combined with the excessive draw upon German industry to outfit the massive army being mobilized,