An authentic and highly sought-after German World War II Model 1938 (M38) Double Decal Waffen-SS combat helmet manufactured by Eisenhüttenwerk Thale. The shell is stamped “ET62” with lot number “4339” to the rear interior skirt, identifying this as a desirable early-war production example. The M38 pattern is distinguished by its rolled shell edge and separate ventilation grommets, features associated with early German combat helmets prior to later wartime simplifications.
The helmet retains its original smooth field gray-green factory finish with honest service wear, scuffs, patina, and age consistent with genuine wartime use. Both original period-applied decals remain present. The national tricolor shield retains approximately 70-80% coverage with expected age-related wear and flaking, while the highly desirable Waffen-SS runic shield decal remains exceptionally well preserved at approximately 90%+ intact, retaining strong metallic backing and sharp black runic detail.
The interior retains its original aluminum liner band and brown leather liner system. The leather exhibits expected age-related dryness, darkening, and hardening from decades of age and storage. Chinstrap bales remain present, though the original chinstrap is absent. Untouched double decal SS helmets remain among the most desirable and collectible German militaria items from the Second World War.
Key Details
• Manufacturer: Eisenhüttenwerk Thale
• Shell Marking: ET62
• Lot Number: 4339
• Helmet Type: M38 Double Decal Waffen-SS Helmet
• Original SS runic decal approximately 90%+ intact
• Original national tricolor decal present
An outstanding collector example of an early-war Waffen-SS combat helmet with exceptional display appeal and strong historical desirability.
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