morticianman1990
Senior Member
Hey guys, just wanted to share a new pick up. It's pretty rough, but I thought the decal looked pretty good for the condition, and of course it cost me a considerable amount less than an M40 in good condition. I'll get better pictures at some point. I looked for a maker mark and lot number when I first got it but they might be completely hidden by oxidation. There is about 2/3 of the liner remaining, not in great shape.
After receiving the helmet I inquired about any background info on it. I was told it was not a relic/ground dug example but was found in a forest near Leningrad or modern day St. Petersburg. He also says it is likely from the SS-Totenkopfverbande organization. I inquired why he believes this but haven't heard back yet (he's in russia and usually responds around 3 a.m. EST). I will update with his response as well, as that should be rather interesting.
Cheers,
Erich
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After receiving the helmet I inquired about any background info on it. I was told it was not a relic/ground dug example but was found in a forest near Leningrad or modern day St. Petersburg. He also says it is likely from the SS-Totenkopfverbande organization. I inquired why he believes this but haven't heard back yet (he's in russia and usually responds around 3 a.m. EST). I will update with his response as well, as that should be rather interesting.
Cheers,
Erich
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