Thanks Coert. I appreciate that.Peter, I will keep an eye out for you.
But these are, even here in the Netherlands, getting scarce. If I see one for sale, I will let you know.
Regards, Coert.
Peter, Westbroek is really quite near where I had my military training, I was a sergeant in the dutch army, years ago. Sergeant Geneeskundige Troepen. A sergeant in the Medical corps. As you know, and probably read, i will be visiting a quite large military fair at Overloon, I will keep an eye out for one. If you go searching for one yourself, be careful! These helmets were later re-used in civil defence organisations, and reissued.Thanks Coert. I appreciate that.
Saw a bunch of reproductions for sale and a few "sharp edge' versions on eBay. Of course one with an original with the badge would be ideal like the other attached picture.
My wife's family originated in Westbroeck. I have attached a picture from one of our holidays in Holland where she got to see the town.
Cheers.
Peter
Thanks Coert - very good advice.Peter, Westbroek is really quite near where I had my military training, I was a sergeant in the dutch army, years ago. Sergeant Geneeskundige Troepen. A sergeant in the Medical corps. As you know, and probably read, i will be visiting a quite large military fair at Overloon, I will keep an eye out for one. If you go searching for one yourself, be careful! These helmets were later re-used in civil defence organisations, and reissued.
Nowaday's they reappear, repainted and not quite original. Even the front lionbadge is often a reproduction. You need an original, with correct wappen and stamps. So, a CM stamp should be present on it. (CM stands for Centraal Magazijn.) I know what to look for.
If I find a good one, I'll let you know.
Regards, Coert.
I responded to your message. That helmet looks perfect, but ask for pictures of the inside of the liner, to check for any stamps.Thanks Coert - very good advice.
I appreciate you looking for me. Sent you a message as well.
Thanks for your service. I was an Artillery officer and served 33 years.
Cheers.
Peter