This is an early German Luftwaffe Model 1935 helmet dating to the mid to late 1930s. It features two decals: a first pattern Luftwaffe national emblem (issued from 1935-1937) and a German tricolor shield. The helmet’s paint finish is blue-gray, the typical color used by the Luftwaffe. On the inside is an M-31 leather liner with a liner band dated 1937. On the back skirt is the name Runge. The shell was made by Eisenhüttenwerke A.G. of Thale.

Country: Germany	War Period: Interwar Period
Garment Type: Infantry Helmet	Year Made: 1937
Manufacturer: Eisen- und Hüttenwerke A.G., Thale
Identification: LUH-89-0109