M35 #26 Though this shell was quite

Though this shell was quite rust affected

Little of the original paint existed on the outer due to advance rust but the original air defence decal could be seen

The adjustable sweatband is a replica

some of the original paint existed both inside and out

Italian #13 Brigate Nere - Shell: Original Italian Model 1933 steel shell

M35 #26 Though this shell was quiteM35 #26 Shell: The shell is an original WW2 Model 1935, size 64cm example. The factory stamps appear as ET64 with a lot number of 3112 (made 1937 by Eisenhuttenwerke, Thale). When acquired the shell was painted in a semi gloss brush overpaint; no rust or damage. The shell was stripped to bare metal, primed then painted in grey green with a textured outer per 1940 specifications. Liner: The liner is a nice replacement M1931 helmet liner, with a zinc