Description
Originally a World War 1 Austro-Hungarian M17 helmet. After the great war, a lot of these helmets were exported to foreign countries, like this one. This helmet was adapted for the Czechoslovak Army and was used until 1938. Stamped on top nr. 468
A very rare to find and beautiful helmet!
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Extra
The M16 Stahlhelm was introduced when the Pickelhaube, not really considered a helmet, was found to provide insufficient protection for the horror of trench warfare.