Original Imperial German WWI Prussian M1895 Infantry Ersatz Felt Pickelhaube Fitzhelme Spiked Helmet - Rare Simplified Pattern Field Gear The exterior metal finish is

The exterior metal finish is somewhat worn

The condition is still quite nice for display

It was intended for mining and work site safety

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Original Imperial German WWI Prussian M1895 Infantry Ersatz Felt Pickelhaube Fitzhelme Spiked Helmet - Rare Simplified Pattern Field Gear The exterior metal finish isOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is the first time we have had one of these scarce simplified pattern Ersatz Fitzhelms! Not only is this a scarce model to obtain, let alone one in such excellent condition! This is a superb example, and offered in completely untouched original condition! When WWI broke out, there was a great need for additional helmets and equipment for the mobilization. A shortage of cow hide from Argentina combined with the