Another Late War Stenciled Anchor

[Geoff Ward]

Here are some photos of another Late War Stenciled helmet for review. It is also a grim reminder of the tragedy of war as the the paint bears evidence of DNA. I know that spare parts were provided to the Army for repairs Was this also the case with the Navy? I wonder if in at least some instances the liners were added after unpacking not just installed at the factory.This might explain the fact that some stenciled anchor Navy helmets I have seen have no yellow paint on the front rivet and the Navy I have with very little usage has what appears to be its original liner and no paint on the front rivet either. Any thoughts?

Thanks, Geoff

[Geoff Ward]

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[Jareth]

Beautiful example Geoff !

[Striking 9th]

Nice!!!!

[Ryukyutunnelrat]

Geoff, very nice I really like this one.

[Milton]

Nice looking helmet, however I'd be more inclined to believe that the "DNA" is simply rust bleed through...Comes with use, and age. I have one with very similar rust spotting on the paint.

[NARVIK1940]

A very nice helmet. I really like these. Love the liner and the stenciled anchor. That's rust, not blood, I think. Interesting how these were stenciled sometimes with the liner out. I have a similar one, with the anchor outlined in white.

[gunto]

Nice one.