A highly collectible and desirable example of a German World War II Model 1940 (M40) Single Decal Waffen-SS Combat Helmet. The M40 model is identifiable by its rolled edge and the ventilation hole being crimped directly into the shell, distinguishing it from the earlier M35 pattern. This helmet features the correct single Waffen-SS runes shield decal positioned on the wearer’s right side, consistent with the decal regulation changes introduced in 1940.
The helmet was manufactured by Quist (Q) in the desirable large shell size 64, clearly stamped “Q64” on the interior skirt. The lot number stamped beneath the size marking appears to read “N515”. The shell retains its original dark field gray-green finish with authentic light surface wear and patina consistent with age and use. The SS decal remains highly visible and is estimated to be approximately 90%+ intact, retaining strong detail to the twin black Sig runes against the white and silver shield background.
The interior remains complete with its original components, including the zinc-plated steel liner band and original perforated brown leather liner. The leather shows heavy drying, darkening, and minor cracking typical of antique combat helmets, including a partial tear to one of the rear liner tongues. Chinstrap bails remain present, though the original chinstrap is not included. Overall, this is an untouched and highly desirable wartime SS helmet with strong collector appeal.
Key Details
• Shell Marking: Q64
• Lot Number: N515
• Original Waffen-SS runes decal approximately 90%+ intact
• Original field gray-green finish retained
• Original liner system present
• Large size shell example
Condition
The helmet remains in very good wartime condition overall. The shell retains its original finish with light surface wear and age-related patina throughout. The SS decal shows minor age wear while remaining exceptionally well preserved and highly visible. The liner remains intact with expected dryness, darkening, and cracking to the leather consistent with long-term age and storage. Chinstrap absent.
A strong original example of one of the most iconic and collectible German combat helmets of the Second World War.
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