{"product_id":"wwii-german-m42-helmet-shell-original-interior-paint-named-initialed","title":"WWII German M42 Helmet Shell – Original Interior Paint \u0026 Named\/Initialed","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal WWII German M42 steel helmet shell. This example retains its original factory-applied interior paint and visible stamped shell lot number \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3497\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, while the exterior has been repainted at some point after service. The liner, chinstrap, and decals are no longer present, leaving a clean display shell with strong wartime characteristics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe M42 was the final wartime evolution of the German combat helmet, identifiable by its simplified rolled-edge deletion and stamped raw rim. Despite the exterior repaint, the untouched interior provides collectors with an opportunity to examine original wartime finish, factory stampings, and period markings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal WWII German M42 helmet shell\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal wartime interior paint remains\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eVisible shell lot number \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3497\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInterior appears to bear period initials\/markings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCorrect M42 raw-edge construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal liner band attachment points present\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSolid display or restoration candidate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthentic wartime German steel shell\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause the interior remains original, this piece has more collector appeal than a fully refinished shell. It displays well as a representative relic of the late-war German helmet program.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Good original shell. Exterior has been repainted. Interior paint remains original with visible lot number and markings. No liner, chinstrap, or decals. Typical wear, scratches, and age-related finish loss.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFREE SHIPPING!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Whiskey Rebellion Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43062339043405,"sku":null,"price":350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0610\/9229\/8829\/files\/E8BC32CD-6E7A-46F2-99FF-0A3162351F73.jpg?v=1780327815","url":"https:\/\/whiskeyrebellionantiques.com\/products\/wwii-german-m42-helmet-shell-original-interior-paint-named-initialed","provider":"Whiskey Rebellion Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}