I picked this up from estate auction back in 2003. It belonged to the nephew of the vet, he was a well known author in the firearms world, R. L. Wilson, he wrote numerous books on colt pistols. I meet him several time in the 80’s and 90’s, family friend. I saw the helmet numerous times at his house in Lyme, CT on display in his house, in part of his library. He had some “legal and financial” issues in the early millennial. Went to an auction out that way and there was his helmet and numerous items from his office. Wish I got the whole story about the helmet, but he has since passed away. Just thought I’d show it off.
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Always looking for Kriegsmarine Unit Marked bayonets and rifle items. They are usually marked with an O or an N followed by a number. -
Great helmet. A one-looker. Just a treat to see, thanks for sharing.Originally posted by Sirius9024 View PostWhen you go home
Tell them for us and say
For your tomorrow
We gave our today
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Very nice
A very desirable helmet for sure
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Super nice helmet!!Comment
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What a great helmet.
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Often reproduced pattern but this one is a one looker original.Collecting German WW2 helmets in the 21st century.
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If only the chickenwire had not been removed. What a tremendous looking helmet it would be. All the boxes.. DD.. tortoise style camo with wire and a great liner..... It's a beauty!!Comment
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A brilliant original camo!Comment
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Really nice NS 66 camoComment
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A true Jump up and down a shout for joy pot!
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My favorite pattern, congrats 16 years late.
MikeComment
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WOW
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Stunner.
was one from Randy ?Comment
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Beautiful!Comment
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