Explore History With Original WW II German Hats and Helmets
If a special someone in your life loves World War II history, a genuine German helmet from WWII can be an appreciated present. You can also use these collectibles as part of a WWII display or wear them as an accurate costume during a reenactment. eBay has a wide range of Nazi helmets for sale, and you can become the owner of one of these fascinating pieces of WWII memorabilia.
How do you select a collectible German helmet?When you are looking at vintage German WWII helmets for sale, you will notice that there are a lot of different choices to pick from. Here are a few things to think about when you are trying to narrow down your decision.
- Markings and decals: If you are interested in a particular regiment, you can look for items with the decals and markings of these troops.
- Liner presence: The standard German helmet was originally issued with a soft netted liner inside to make it more comfortable to wear. You can find vintage pieces with or without this additional piece.
- Size: If you plan on wearing the helmet for a reenactment, you should check dimensions on the product carefully to see how well it will fit.
- Condition: You can pick between pristine German helmets for sale or ones with scuffs, cracks, and other signs of wear.
Just because Nazi helmets for sale were part of a military uniform does not mean that they are all identical. Some options may have special patterns, like camouflage, or markings, like troop symbols, that add additional visual interest to the piece. You can find pieces with chin straps and other original equipment or pieces that contain just the base helmet. There are also various sizes of WWII German helmets available, so they can vary quite a bit in dimension. In addition to the standard military-issue Stahlhelm helmets given to troops, you can also find German WWII shakos, visors, caps, and other designs for specialty troops.
Is a used WWII German helmet for sale cheaper?The assumption that a previously used helmet will be a cheap Nazi helmet does not hold true with these historic pieces. Used items that have been through major battles may command a higher price than a new German helmet that was boxed after production and never worn by actual German troops.