Is this helmet legit?

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Dion070nl
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Is this helmet legit?

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Post by Dion070nl » 28 Nov 2018, 15:26

Hello everyone,
I'm looking to buy my first helmet and I've come across this one. The seller states that everything is original. I would like to know what you guys think before I make a move. Thanks for the feedback.
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Re: Is this helmet legit?

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Post by von thoma » 28 Nov 2018, 23:52

Original german helmet M 42, and correct liner ring markings
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Post by Dion070nl » 29 Nov 2018, 09:34

Thanks, I'm going for it. Well... at least if the price isn't too high. Btw, isn't the helmet an m40?

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Post by John G. » 29 Nov 2018, 16:21

Yes, M40 if the vent hole is stamped.... has rolled edge. M35 has a bushing vent and rolled edge, M42 has a flared, unrolled edge and stamped vents. Looks like a decent example for what it is.....
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Post by Dion070nl » 29 Nov 2018, 20:17

Thanks, I had some doubts about the 66 n A 59. I m've seen a lot of fakes with those numbers

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