para helmet

[JohnB]

Dave,
I would not put a repo liner in this helmet, and I would think twice about putting a real liner in it. The reason is that you will never free all four spanner bolts to get a liner in. If you try, one will surely wind up scratched or broken. That will devalue the helmet even more. Leave it as it is.

Also, I believe the wire was put on post-war to "restore" the value of a helmet that, because of condition, was no longer worth 3-4 thousand dollars.

I suspect the dealer you bought it from just decided to get what he could for it.
John

[John Hodgin]

Hi Dave,

I'm on board with JB 100%. The helmet is best left as is. IMO, 99% of the time the value of pieces are best served by leaving them alone. It will look fine displayed as is, especially on a shelf.

And again, as John said, the wire doesn't look original to the helmet. But as you said, the camo paint is good, and it IS a fine first para helmet.

Regards,
JH

[DaveJ]

I concur about the liner, I would never try to remove the bolts for any reason. I am happy with the helmet as is, just was wondering about the wire, which consensus is that it has been added.
Thanks
Dave

[Willi Z.]

I agree with all, and have seen this helmet a good 6 or 7 times at shows.

Willi

[DaveJ]

Thanks,
Dave