Steve Nick
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I thought I'd share my Ersatz Filzhaube 1915 patten complete with rear spine and front visor trim and removable spike.
I've had this one for many years. I tried to focus on the 1895 pattern for enlisted ranks but picked up a few pieces to illustrate the evolution of German Army Headgear. I figured this one was about as good as it gets to show the use of felt as a substitute material.
It has no issue marks. In fact there are no marks on it anywhere with the exception of the maker’s label - C.G. Wilkie – Guben
I expect that this helmet was never issued.
I've had this one for many years. I tried to focus on the 1895 pattern for enlisted ranks but picked up a few pieces to illustrate the evolution of German Army Headgear. I figured this one was about as good as it gets to show the use of felt as a substitute material.
It has no issue marks. In fact there are no marks on it anywhere with the exception of the maker’s label - C.G. Wilkie – Guben
I expect that this helmet was never issued.