Original German WWI Bavarian Model 1914 Tin Plate Pickelhaube Helmet Repainted with Brass Components Polished & Lacquered – Eisenblech Ersatz-Helme – Likely Manufactured by Bing of Nurnberg

Original Item: Only One Available. This is a rare German first world war Bavarian Mannschaften (Other Ranks) brass mounted tin plate (not leather) helmet known as a Pickelhaube, for the Foot-troops (Infantry). This example has been professionally restored with the body having been repainted, and the brass fittings having been polished and then lacquered. The markings on the interior have been replicated. The specific model is actually quite rare and is known as a Eisenblech (tin plate) Ersatz-Helme (Substitute helmet). The M1914 was the second to last step in the final evolution in a long series of spiked helmets. It was manufactured from tin, and provided with fittings made of brass. The protection it offered was limited and led to the eventual replacement by a steel helmet in 1916. This helmet features a gilt brass infantry wappen (front plate) with the Bavarian coat of arms, over the kingdom’s motto, In Treue Fest, German for “steadfast in loyalty.” The Wappen is brass and appears to be the 1914 version, it is in good condition but it was likely polished and lacquered. The front visor has brass trim in good condition, but it was polished and lacquered. The rear visor trim is steel and was repainted along with the rest of the body. Wappen, spike, and brass trim are all in good order, fitted tightly in place, but were all refinished and put back on. The side has original national (red, white, and black) and Bavarian (white and blue) cockades held in place by an original leather chinstrap. The interior retains most of the original leather liner which has been applied with leather conditioner. There is tearing as seen, with some mouse damage in spots. The interior crown has been repainted with replicated markings 1915 / 54, to mimic the original markings. From its construction, we believe this to have been manufactured by Gebruder Bing (Bing Brothers), a well-known company that manufactured toy trains and other types of toys made from tin plate. But as the original markings are gone, we cannot say with 100% certainty. Overall a very nice refurbished rare Bavarian Eisenblech (tin plate) Ersatz-Helme (Substitute helmet) pickelhaube, a great addition to any collection. One of the hardest to find Imperial German Pickelhaubes to locate, and in very good display condition.