original WW 1 German helmet For Sale

World War I German helmets were made from thin steel. They provided protection mainly against shrapnel rather than shock waves. They were lighter and provided better protection than helmets from previous eras. Onthe sides of the helmet are2 large lugs one is missing, which served two functions. The first function was for ventilation of the helmet; and second function was to support a heavy armored plate, called a Stirnpanzer.