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Another example of this award added to my collection.
It shows some, but very little wear.
Ralph.

And with the others.

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Evening gents,
Sorry about the late post, just got home from seeing 1917, won’t discuss it in case of spoilers for people who haven’t been to see it yet (Pull your finger out though! )
Took this photo earlier after my new helmet came (the one on the left) and I took the other 2 out for a clean and some RenWax.
The reason the rest of the left helmet is darker than the decal is because I gently went over it with a slightly oiled cloth to clean it a bit and remove any active rust. This photo is straight after cleaning, it’s all the same colour now lol.

Anyway, disregarding the WW1 French Engineers Helmet (due to where I’ve posted this thread , interesting but for another time), I’d like to talk about my 2 helmets. I know it’s a small collection, but it’s a start, and I’m getting there, with passion and persistence as well as the knowledgeable and helpful people around me on this forum. Both of these helmets were purchased from Paul D who has helped me start my collection off with 2 fantastic pieces, so thank you Paul

On the far left is a M40 SD ET64 relic helmet which was found in Estonia near the Auwere Station. Due to the way it was found, the top, where a crack can be seen, has partially rotted away, however the rest of the helmet feels solid and won’t be going anywhere soon haha. The liner and chinstrap is long gone to the earth, as well as the rivets and liner band. On the rim, to the wearers rear-left, is evidence of battle damage. From the way the damage has bent the metal, I assume that whatever hit it came from behind the wearer or where the helmet had fell and gone through and into the soldier, or ground, as there isn’t any evidence of damage on the other side. In saying that, the trajectory seems flat rather than angled downward so I am led to believe by this that it was worn at time of impact. Very sobering.

On the right is an M35 SD. This was found in a barn in Estonia on the area where the Bunkerstrasse used to be. The Bunkerstrasse was an R and R/supply/base area along the Baltic Coast which eventually saw heavy fighting in July 1944 once the Soviets had reached the area. As seen in the photo, there is a light green paint accompanying the factory green. This light green is referred to as ‘Mumasaare’ Green. This particular Green, although similar probably to greens seen on other camouflage helmets, has been found on multiple helmets found in this area of Estonia, so it is likely the soldiers found an abundance of this green paint and thought it suitable for camouflaging their helmets with. Due to the nature of where it was found, the liner has largely rotted away, with a few remaining delicate strands left. The liner band is still present wholly, although a little salty. No chinstrap is present. I cannot make out the manufactures code on this helmet sadly, but it seems slightly larger than the other, so I assume it is a 66. While writing this I’ve realised that there may be a size on the liner band. I will check in the morning.

I’ve waffled on a bit (a lot) and I think I’ve covered everything I was wanting to bore you with haha, so I hope you enjoy my 2 Eastern Front veterans.

Thank You,
Harvey

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Before unloading a lot of cash on this item, which I probably will have to. I really need the help of somebody that really knows these things. Can you take a look at the pictures and give me an opinion? Looks spot on to me except around the year the lines surrounding it are pretty well defined as opposed to some of the other golden crosses I’ve seen on eMedals. Thank you

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hello friends, my friend asked me to identify this dagger. it is clear from the photo that it is composed of multiple daggers. so there’s nothing to add. but I am especially interested in whether the blade is real or laser treated. so please comment on, thank you in advance

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