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Philippe You have truly provided a fantastic history of the helmet’s owners service and fates in the Great War. You have provided a small glimpse price they and other of their generation paid. This included servicemen of all nations sacrifices in the first industrialized war. God Bless Them...

My first thought is the alcohol is involved and that it might be a GI during post war occupation duty. It would be the only time GI Joe dressed up in enemy uniforms and headgear. Just a SWAG on my part. Best regards John

Amazing M.G. Bn Tschako completely dressed out in fantastic condition and very nice photo to complement it. Best regards John

Excellent photo and the penmanship of the sender. Steve, thank you for sharing this remarkable picture from the past. Best regards John

Amazing work on restoration of a very old leather helmet that was part of a venerated organization. Thanks for sharing your hard work. Best regards John

Merry Christmas and Peace on Earth.🎄

Dane, I just came across your update, and your setback in you the U.S. Army’s basic training. It sounds like you have had a setback but it seems you have potential opportunity to return. Take a very close look to any and all documents you received to determine any hidden issues that may work...

Look forward to seeing it when it arrives.

Brian Looking good 👍🏻 I can’t wait to see its transformation. Best regards John

Wojtek Your work always continues to amaze and impress me. Every thing you work on, no matter how wrecked or damaged, is restored to its former glory! Thank you for your work and sharing another project completed. Best regards John

Some fine looking Sunday walking-out uniforms. Thank you for the opportunity to see some outstanding Imperial German Uniforms! Best regards John

Fantastic all things Mecklenburg. Thank Y’all for sharing you collections. Best regards John

Impressive helmet and fantastic information on the history behind it. Thanks for sharing. Best regards John

Consider that war time condition, the initial call up, many skilled workers were in the reserves. I’m sure Junker, lost many skilled technicians to the conflict. This along with shortages in chemicals required using bluing longer etc. etc. may all contributed to the difference in finish on the...

Great helmets, especially the other ranks helmets with unit markings. Best regards John

Great commemorative badge. Thanks for posting. Best regards John

It looks to be well preserved and very impressive. Thank you for sharing. Best regards John

Steve, thank you for posting this helmet and analysis. JJ, I think you hit the nail on the head. I think this is a very good tread for the new collector’s forum. Best regards John

What are you asking for this pickelhaube?

James your collection continues to grow in amazing ways! Thank you for sharing. Best regards John