Original German WWI Bavarian Model 1886 Infantry Officer Pickelhaube Hotchkiss .303 See "The Devil's Paintbrush" pages

See "The Devil's Paintbrush" pages 178-180

The deliveries appear to have take place between late 1942 and November of 1943

they have walnut colored grips with High Contour construction

This example painted dark green has the correct hidden catches and a hard to read Code and 1940 date in the wood under one steel carry handle

Original German WWI Bavarian Model 1886 Infantry Officer Pickelhaube Hotchkiss .303 See "The Devil's Paintbrush" pagesOriginal Item: Only One Available. The earliest of the Bavarian pickelhauben models this is a genuine model 1886 87 officers Pickelhaube from a line Infantry Regiment. The helmet typical leather body is in overall very fine condition with some crazing, without any major dents, or imperfections; metal fittings (cruciform, chin scales, wappen, spike) are all brass exhibiting minor wear without any major issues and a wonderful patina. The Bayern