Original German WWI Bavarian Model 1886 Infantry Officer Pickelhaube - With 1941 Dated Newspaper Used For Padding Behind Sweatband Scottish Militaria In tests it was buried

In tests it was buried in sand and mud and was still capable of firing more than 500 rounds

Tunic epaulets are made from the same wool as the rest of the jacket and about 6

Marked with replicated issue stamps

The canton (upper corner on the hoist side) originated from the "Blue Sky with a White Sun flag" (青天白日旗

Original German WWI Bavarian Model 1886 Infantry Officer Pickelhaube - With 1941 Dated Newspaper Used For Padding Behind Sweatband Scottish Militaria In tests it was buriedOriginal Item: Only One Available. The earliest of the Bavarian pickelhaube models, this is a genuine model 1886 87 officers Pickelhaube from a line Infantry Regiment. The helmet's typical leather body is in overall very fine condition with some crazing, without any major dents, or imperfections; metal fittings (cruciform, chin scales, wappen, spike) are all brass exhibiting minor wear without any major issues and a wonderful patina. The Bayern