{"product_id":"wwii-german-ss-sd-m40-helmet","title":"German WWII M40 Single Decal Waffen-SS Combat Helmet","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"67\" data-end=\"531\"\u003eA highly collectible and desirable example of a German World War II \u003cstrong data-start=\"135\" data-end=\"192\"\u003eModel 1940 (M40) Single Decal Waffen-SS Combat Helmet\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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 \u003cstrong data-start=\"395\" data-end=\"427\"\u003eWaffen-SS runes shield decal\u003c\/strong\u003e positioned on the wearer’s right side, consistent with the decal regulation changes introduced in 1940.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"533\" data-end=\"1068\"\u003eThe helmet was manufactured by \u003cstrong data-start=\"564\" data-end=\"577\"\u003eQuist (Q)\u003c\/strong\u003e in the desirable large shell size \u003cstrong data-start=\"612\" data-end=\"618\"\u003e64\u003c\/strong\u003e, clearly stamped \u003cstrong data-start=\"636\" data-end=\"645\"\u003e“Q64”\u003c\/strong\u003e on the interior skirt. The lot number stamped beneath the size marking appears to read \u003cstrong data-start=\"733\" data-end=\"743\"\u003e“N515”\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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 \u003cstrong data-start=\"952\" data-end=\"967\"\u003e90%+ intact\u003c\/strong\u003e, retaining strong detail to the twin black Sig runes against the white and silver shield background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1070\" data-end=\"1551\"\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1553\" data-end=\"1798\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1553\" data-end=\"1568\"\u003eKey Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1568\" data-end=\"1571\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1573\" data-end=\"1595\"\u003eShell Marking: Q64\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1595\" data-end=\"1598\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1600\" data-end=\"1620\"\u003eLot Number: N515\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1620\" data-end=\"1623\"\u003e• Original \u003cstrong data-start=\"1634\" data-end=\"1659\"\u003eWaffen-SS runes decal\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"1674\" data-end=\"1689\"\u003e90%+ intact\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1689\" data-end=\"1692\"\u003e• Original field gray-green finish retained\u003cbr data-start=\"1735\" data-end=\"1738\"\u003e• Original liner system present\u003cbr data-start=\"1769\" data-end=\"1772\"\u003e• Large size shell example\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1800\" data-end=\"2228\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1800\" data-end=\"1813\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1813\" data-end=\"1816\"\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2230\" data-end=\"2344\"\u003eA strong original example of one of the most iconic and collectible German combat helmets of the Second World War.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2346\" data-end=\"2496\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2346\" data-end=\"2369\"\u003e⚔️ Why Shop With Us\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2369\" data-end=\"2372\"\u003e• Over 2,500 5-star reviews online\u003cbr data-start=\"2406\" data-end=\"2409\"\u003e• Carefully researched and curated collectibles\u003cbr data-start=\"2456\" data-end=\"2459\"\u003e• Fast, secure, and reliable shipping\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Collectors Crossroads","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43576556388426,"sku":"WIW1926","price":8000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/8519\/2778\/files\/German-WWII-M40-Single-Decal-Waffen-SS-Combat-Helmet.jpg?v=1778591131","url":"https:\/\/collectorscrossroads.com\/products\/wwii-german-ss-sd-m40-helmet","provider":"Collectors Crossroads ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}