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Originally posted by k_98:
Can anyone explain to me if there is any possibility that you can ever find a DD helmet on late M40 model or even on a M42 helmet? Cheers.
Yes, but such helmets are VERY rare, and expensive when found. I have seen 3 M42 DD-- two being "foreign volunteers" and one a re-issue from a police helmet.
I have seen a few more M40 DD, about 1 dozen or so.. these tend to have decal issues, especially the Qs. (They chip/peel easy).
You need to be very carrful, though, if that is the type of helmet you want, as the Swastika for a M40/M42 DD would be field applied, and some fakers are quite good at reproducing the "field apply' look.
You should buy SS STeel by Hicks , and if possible post for comment before purchase.
