Original German WWII M38 Luftschutz Beaded Gladiator Air Defense Helmet - dated 1938 French Artwork & Posters but photographic evidence suggests that

but photographic evidence suggests that British officers began to wear the hat in the 1920s

The exterior of this German helmet retains almost all of the original black paint

4½ inches deep

from which the blade protrudes about 6 inches

Japan Sept

Original German WWII M38 Luftschutz Beaded Gladiator Air Defense Helmet - dated 1938 French Artwork & Posters but photographic evidence suggests thatOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice service worn original M1938 Beaded Luftschutz Gladiator German helmet. The exterior of this German helmet retains over 75% of the original dark blue paint, with overall wear and some scuffs through the paint. There is also a cracked dent on the rear top of the helmet, probably from falling debris. The front of the helmet has a very nice patinated LUFTSCHUTZ winged decal, which is retained over