Lot 5348

Description

Imperial Germany, Bavarian Infantry enlisted ranks model 1895 pickelhaube, an old restored composite parts example, original black leather body with overall age crazing to the patent finish, reproduction brass enlisted ranks helmet plate, an old reproduction brass front peak strap fitted with incorrect retaining studs, old reproduction chinstrap, missing both cockades, refitted original brass spine, with an added non-regulation backing plate to the rear, inside of the neck guard refitted with an original brass spike and old reproduction retaining studs, reproduction leather liner. Very fine.