Spike helmet

[Dan46]

Here is my first Spiked helmet.It is A pioneer officers.What does everyone think?
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[Dan46]

How it looks on my mannequin.It is an pioneer officers tunic;but I'm missing the banjo epaulets.Anyone know where I get get a pair let me know.
Thanks,
Dan

[Arran]

Very nice! The cross shaped spike studs are not correct and should be stars, but other than that I see no fault...

[Gustaf B]

The cross studs do stand out like a sore thumb, I wonder where they came from, it would make one want to look closely at all other components of the helmet.
Best
gus

[Dan46]

I just brought it on e-stand.This is my first time with Imperial items;as I collect TR.Want to make sure this is OK.More opinions wanted.
Dan46

[Jleb2]

Helmet looks ok to me, except for the missing stars

James

[ww1czechlegion]

Hi,

I agree with James, the helmet looks correct to me (other than the incorrect cross-shaped retainers for the spike base). Over the years I've seen shoulder board pips used incorrectly as retainers on these spike base plates. The cross-shaped incorrect retainers are a first for me to see being used.

You'll be able to find both original and reproduction star shaped retainers for your spike base on ebay.

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All the Best,

Alan

[Dan46]

Thanks Guys for the Info.I'm getting the bug for the Imperial stuff now.Enclosed is what the cuffs look like on the tunic per request.
dan46