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Dear All, I am struggling to understand some crucial differences between officer/EM and NCO characteristics. For instance, officer's helmets are normally expected to have a thick spike base held by eight pointed stars. EM's helmets have a thiner spike base with rounded studs. Would there be...

Thank you very much gentlemen for the comprehensive information! :)

Dear All, I have identified my new purchase but would love to have your opinion on this piece. From my research this helmet must for an oficer of the Bayern Chevaux-leger for reg. 2, 4, 6 or 8. The dome is made of that unique light-weight and thin leather found on some private purchase. All...

Dear All, In the course of my various reading about the subject of pickelhauben, I understand that leather used for officier privately purchased helmets could greatly vary in terms of weight and quality. The so called "Extra Leichter Anfertigung" seems to be the finest leather quality available...

Chas that is a beautiful helmet ans its condition is magnificient! Well done.

Together withBruno's response, you now have a complete answer Brian. 8-) Thanks Bruno for adding to my incomplete reply. Best wishes

Dear All, Very nice helmets posted here. I was wondering if anyone knew anything about a certain Train Abtl no.13 Ludwigsburg? A Wurttemberg regiment I believe.

Brian, this is because of the horse-hair tail.

You are correct but there is no equivalent in the English language for "gendarmerie". So I referred to it as "military police"! :D

Joe, I agree, it is time I get the thinking process right!! Available litterature is still limited but on its way to me. Give me a day or two and you will have my "draft" response (...like being back to school! :P )

Dear All, I have had this French Adrian for a while. A straight M15 artillery Adrian with a typical rough dark blue paint hand applied. The interior reveals some interesting features with some thick padding stuffed by the owner between the shell and the leather liner to absorb shocks when the...

Dear All, My knowledge in the field is still limited so I thought I would seek your expert opinion on this one. http://cgi.ebay.fr/CASQUE-A-POINTE-RESERVISTE-LIPPE-DETMOLD_W0QQitemZ190175322896QQihZ009QQcategoryZ79243QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem Thanks

Dear All, I know we collect WWI headgear here but I though that this one could be a nice one to post even if perhaps borderline. It is a nice M16 steel helmet re-sssued during the Third Reich period. This one has a special place in my collection: for 60 years it was hidden in the attic of the...

Dear All, Some of you have requested some pics of my French military police M1912 so here we are. These types of helmets were still in use in the french army until 1915! Please feel free to make all the comments you wish. Best regards to you All Alex

I have posted some pics of the French Military police helmet in the General Headgear section for your comments.

Hi Mike, You were right! There is plenty of other marking in that helmet which can be seen in natural lighting. Unfortunately, some of this marking is very difficult to read and I guess I will need to try your UV light solution. I'll keep you informed of the develoment! I love Haubes!! Best...

Dear All, I am new in the world of pickelhaubes but keen to learn fast. This is my second haube, a Saxon M15 for your kind review. The helmet has a very good shape and a nice solid liner. The original nonserrated kokarden are also present. The helmet has its original chinstrap. The dome is...

Horrible... Joe, you need some help :bravo: Best wishes

Joe, that is beautiful. Age of Kings!??

Sure! Joe, Haubes are dangerous :( I got my first one only a month ago and I have just acquired my second one!!! 8-) It is a lovely Saxon M15, complete and 100% original (with original kokarden and chisntrap). I will let you have new pics as soon as it gets in! Cheers