Question regarding pricing.

[USA-Alex]

Hello,

what is the current rate for M16 and M18 camo helmets with liner, chin strap and overall in nice shape. Which one is the more expensive model between the two?

I know this question is kind of stupid without judging on a actual helmet, I just would like to know some ballpark numbers.

Like:

M16 poor shape --> $XXX
M16 average shape --> $XXX
M16 superb shape --> $XXX

M18 poor shape --> $XXX
M18 average shape --> $XXX
M18 superb shape --> $XXX

Last but not least, is there a good dealer site with a good sortiment on M16 / M18 helmets?


Thanks in advance

Alex

[Gustaf B]

Hey Alex,
There is no such thing as a current rate for this type of item, it all depends on what is available, and how bad a buyer wants what is available, the M18 will probably command a higher price in most cases based on the same condition, and condition is the key factor. The biggest problem with trying to set a price, is the market is fluid, and if you set a helmet in from of 10 collectors, and asked them to set a price, you will get 10 different answers, and the highest price may be many times the lowest price.
Best
Gus

[C. Roelens]

Gus is right Alex. You're also just going to have to follow the market... ebay still has the most original WWI German steel helmets to pick from. Happy Hunting.

Chuck

[jerryrehr]

Respectfully........ its like asking whats my '57 Chevy worth. No easy answer.
Jerry

[PlaceOfBayonets]

Generally on complete M16 helmets,

Factory green - Near 1,000

Camo - Over 1,000

All depending on the pattern and how many collectors are looking to spend in the auctions time frame.

M18 Camo's Complete? Yer gonna need luck just to find one for sale on a site before someone else takes it down.

Good LUCK!

W.

[Hoss]

Alex
Let,s generalise a little to help your list. For instance, we,ll say all the helmets are Fieldgrey ET (Eisenhüttenwerke Thale A.G.) size64 without chinstraps, (the M18,s 95% of the time have partial only) and have original liners. We,ll also deal in max values. Forget the term 'A Fair Price,' its a figment of peoples imagination, wishful thinking, does,nt exist.

M16 poor shape --> $250
M16 average shape --> $450
M16 superb shape --> $800

M18 poor shape --> $300
M18 average shape --> $550
M18 superb shape --> $1000

The same helmets in the familiar camo 'style' often seen on ET,s.

M16 poor shape --> $450
M16 average shape --> $800
M16 superb shape --> $1500

M18 poor shape --> $550
M18 average shape --> $1000
M18 superb shape --> $2000

Beyond that you go into personal tastes and rare makers. I have an affinity for Quists, they are not rare, more because they are a well made lid and camo patterns vary somewhat.
Collect with your heart and love of the hobby, not your head and 'market values'.

Eric

[USA-Alex]

Hello all,

thanks for your comments.
Eric's list is exactly what I was looking for

All the best

Alex