A helmet M 1895 for enlisted men of the Line Infantry... Lot 10485

A helmet M 1895 for enlisted men of the Line Infantry Black lacquered leather skull (cracked, lacquer flaking off in places) with non-ferrous metal mountings. Non-ferrous metal eagle emblem attached by new leather wedges, nape rail with ventilation slider, smooth point on plate with four round-headed pins. Leather chinstrap on button 91 and both sheet iron cockades newly replaced. Good dark brown leather flap lining, the old size designation "56" in the bell. Rear peak seam open. Partially damaged, signs of age. Condition: III