{"product_id":"ww2-german-ss-rzm-transitional-helmet-rare","title":"Rare German WW2 Double Decal SS RZM Transitional Helmet","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"57\" data-end=\"466\"\u003eVery rare example of a German World War II \u003cstrong data-start=\"100\" data-end=\"139\"\u003eDouble Decal SS Transitional Helmet\u003c\/strong\u003e, utilizing an earlier \u003cstrong data-start=\"162\" data-end=\"189\"\u003eM16 or M18 helmet shell\u003c\/strong\u003e refurbished for continued service under the Third Reich. Transitional helmets of this type were updated with the newer \u003cstrong data-start=\"309\" data-end=\"329\"\u003eM31 liner system\u003c\/strong\u003e and period decals, representing the evolution between Imperial German World War I helmets and the later standardized M35 combat helmets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"468\" data-end=\"961\"\u003eThe helmet features the highly desirable dual decal configuration associated with early SS issue examples. The left side retains the iconic \u003cstrong data-start=\"608\" data-end=\"633\"\u003eSS runes shield decal\u003c\/strong\u003e, while the right side displays the \u003cstrong data-start=\"669\" data-end=\"691\"\u003eParty shield decal\u003c\/strong\u003e with national colors surrounding a central swastika. Both decals show notable age, wear, and patina consistent with the shell’s finish and long-term field use. The shell presents with a heavily aged appearance throughout, characteristic of untouched early-war examples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"963\" data-end=\"1325\"\u003eInterior examination reveals a visible factory-style marking appearing possibly as \u003cstrong data-start=\"1046\" data-end=\"1058\"\u003e“F.W.T.”\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong data-start=\"1062\" data-end=\"1072\"\u003e“F.Z.”\u003c\/strong\u003e within a circle, likely relating to an early shell maker or size designation. The \u003cstrong data-start=\"1155\" data-end=\"1168\"\u003eM31 liner\u003c\/strong\u003e remains present and displays heavy dryness, deterioration, and cracking to the leather from age and storage. The chinstrap is also present and heavily worn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1327\" data-end=\"1744\"\u003eThe designation “RZM” references the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1364\" data-end=\"1387\"\u003eReichszeugmeisterei\u003c\/strong\u003e, the National Quartermaster’s Office responsible for regulating early SS equipment production prior to the establishment of later SS supply systems. Transitional SS helmets remain among the most sought-after categories of German militaria due to their rarity, early-war association, and unique crossover between Imperial and Third Reich equipment patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1746\" data-end=\"2001\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1746\" data-end=\"1760\"\u003eHighlights\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1760\" data-end=\"1763\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1765\" data-end=\"1798\"\u003eDouble decal SS configuration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1798\" data-end=\"1801\"\u003e• Refurbished \u003cstrong data-start=\"1815\" data-end=\"1835\"\u003eM16 or M18 shell\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1835\" data-end=\"1838\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1840\" data-end=\"1860\"\u003eM31 liner system\u003c\/strong\u003e present\u003cbr data-start=\"1868\" data-end=\"1871\"\u003e• SS runes shield and Party shield decals retained\u003cbr data-start=\"1921\" data-end=\"1924\"\u003e• Possible interior marking: \u003cstrong data-start=\"1953\" data-end=\"1965\"\u003e“F.W.T.”\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong data-start=\"1969\" data-end=\"1979\"\u003e“F.Z.”\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1979\" data-end=\"1982\"\u003e• Chinstrap present\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2003\" data-end=\"2375\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2003\" data-end=\"2016\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2016\" data-end=\"2019\"\u003eThe helmet shows heavy overall age and wear consistent with wartime use and long-term storage. Both decals exhibit significant wear and patina. The liner leather displays notable dryness, deterioration, and cracking. The chinstrap remains attached but heavily worn. Overall, the helmet presents as an untouched example with strong age character throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2377\" data-end=\"2542\"\u003eAn increasingly difficult-to-find category of German combat helmet highly sought after by collectors specializing in early SS and transitional Third Reich militaria.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2544\" data-end=\"2694\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2544\" data-end=\"2567\"\u003e⚔️ Why Shop With Us\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2567\" data-end=\"2570\"\u003e• Over 2,500 5-star reviews online\u003cbr data-start=\"2604\" data-end=\"2607\"\u003e• Carefully researched and curated collectibles\u003cbr data-start=\"2654\" data-end=\"2657\"\u003e• Fast, secure, and reliable shipping\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Collectors Crossroads","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43576556355658,"sku":"WIW1923","price":10000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/8519\/2778\/files\/Rare-German-WW2-Double-Decal-SS-RZM-Transitional-Helmet.jpg?v=1778591099","url":"https:\/\/collectorscrossroads.com\/products\/ww2-german-ss-rzm-transitional-helmet-rare","provider":"Collectors Crossroads ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}