Well worn Q66 SS M40

[nzef1940]

This one was posted a while back on the E Stand and I was lucky enough to snag it.

To me it looks like an very well worn 100% legit Q.

I think it may have been a period scrubbed whitewash at some point and has the unique later QM40 under coat , a kind of blue hue and then down to the base metal in areas.

Apparently the undercoat (wrong term) was washed on to help with paint adherence?

Decal appears to be a classic Q?

[nzef1940]

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[Bill Hermann]

A lovely pot Mike, looks to have had whitewash which would explain the decal damage. The tone of the decal looks classic Q. I especially like the inside and naming! Regards Bill

[nzef1940]

Thanks Bill

It's a bit rough around the edges for some people's taste (a bit like me!).

But I like it.

[panzer1432]

I like it also. Nice helmet with character !

[Kengir]

Looks like a good snag you made!
Great wear, and agree about the whitewash.

-Jeremy

[CPB]

Nice curator gloves!

[ValhallaMilitaria]

Nice score.
100% original helmet.
Love the interior, as honest as a judge.
Eric

[nzef1940]

Nice curator gloves!

I am getting fussy in my old age!

Bought a pack of 20 pairs on Amazon as cheap as chips , I just want to be sure sweat and salt from fingers do not damage paint etc.

As a badge and silver collector also I often see horrible metal staining due to chemical reactions from touching (from years ago) that has ruined an otherwise nice badge.

[nzef1940]

Thanks to all for the feedback.

[helmuthunter]

Been away missed this one very nice indeed!

[nzef1940]

Improved decal shot