A German M40 helmet. The type of helmet was issued to Heer, Luftwaffe, Kriegsmarine, Polilzei and Waffen-SS troops. This example was issued by the Heer with a single decal and field grey paintt. Paint: Field grey paint on the outside at about 80 % still present. Some signs of wear. inside the paint is closer to 90cals: shows original army eagle decal at about 75% present.Lining: Flexible leather lining with original cord. Flexible but showing some wear and breakdown from age. No markings but probably a size 55-56Prongs. The liner is original to the shell. It appears they may have been opened once. Chin strap: is present but unservicable with breaks due to ageMarkings: NS62 and a lot mark of B567. Also remnants of an inspection stamp can be seen on the dome