October 8, 2025Oct 8 #1 I will not claim this is a "transitional" helmet as the decal has been viewed as a repo. Probably repainted black for use in roll play, theatrical etc, but it's been a long time due to the chipping I see. There are remnants of the leather liner stuck in the liner ring. I can't find any makers stamps on the inner skirts. It's just a solid lid. Enjoy.
October 14, 2025Oct 14 Author #2 Am being told by a friend and knowledgeable collector that the decal maybe good and could be considered a "transitional" helmet. Would like members feedback.
October 30, 2025Oct 30 #5 Whether or not that is a reproduction decal you have a great looking helmet. I’m no expert but I think the decal is real. The condition seems to match the helmet age.
October 30, 2025Oct 30 #6 Yes, it appears from these pictures that the decal was on there for some time and then painted around. Not sure why an army helmet would be painted black, though. Steve
October 31, 2025Oct 31 #8 21 hours ago, themick said: Yes, it appears from these pictures that the decal was on there for some time and then painted around. Not sure why an army helmet would be painted black, though. Steve Because that’s what kids did to helmets in the 1960’s and 1970’s.
November 21, 2025Nov 21 #9 It looks good to me. It still has the 1918 style liner band in it, and the helmet also appears to have been painted black. Which was done by some army units in Normandy. Generally by anti-aircraft units, but I am sure some others did the same. Hard to say without better examination of the decal, but could be a very early transition helmet. Here is my M35 double decal that is painted black.
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