This original WWII German M35 helmet has suffered a shrapnel hit to its top. When this helmet was originally issued, it would have likely exhibited a semi-gloss factory finish and a decal on each side. Following combat use, it underwent a wartime refurbishment, where the helmet was painted inside and out in a textured feldgrau finish and the wearer's left side was adorned with an original Heer decal. The inside brim is stamped Q62, denoting production by the Quist, Esslingen factory. Unfortunately, the textured finish has obscured the lot stamping. The rear skirt features the original owner's hand-etched initials "U. L." It comes complete with its original leather liner, drawstring, and steel-buckled leather chinstrap - all of which show heavy and consistent use. The split pins and washers are all original and show no signs of tampering.