Original Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice original M1938 Beaded Luftschutz Gladiator German helmet. The exterior of this German helmet retains 90+% of the original dark blue paint. The helmet retains the original blue two part liner rivets. The Luftschutz decal is clean and 97% complete with only a couple very minor scuffs.
The inner skirt is maker marked with stamping into the steel with RL2 – 38 / 28. These markings would seem to indicate that the helmet was made in 1938, though we do not know if any records were kept of the maker. It may be that it was made under a 1938 contract. Below this is a complete original Luftschutz helmet information decal:
Vertrieb genehmigt
gemäß § 8 Luftschutzgesetz
Kopfweite: 56
Höchstpreis RM 8.-
This indicates the pricing and distribution information: Distribution approved according to Section 8 Air protection legislation. Head Width 56. Highest Price 8.– Reichsmark. The markings are fully clear, with just a bit of wear.
Liner is of the imitation leather oilcloth type, and has unfortunately degraded somewhat. The three large fingers have intact pads, but the top portion, the adjustment string on top is missing. The chinstrap is present and in one solid piece but sadly has a lot of cracking throughout the leather.
Overall an excellent condition German WWII M38 Luftschutz helmet with a great decal. Ready to add to your collection and display!