Germany, Heer. A First Pattern Pith Helmet, by Keller & Co. Buy Now making this a signature M40

making this a signature M40 style helmet

unmarked and missing the buckle

certain trees are to be planted in certain areas

enamel chipping and contact marks on the raised centrepiece

A fine quality clasp to the Iron Cross 1939 Second Class

Germany, Heer. A First Pattern Pith Helmet, by Keller & Co. Buy Now making this a signature M40(Heer Tropenhelm). A first pattern Heer pith helmet, constructed of a pressed cork shell fully lined on the exterior with a khaki tan cotton twill liner. It features a central canister which is topped by a dome covering a ventilation shaft which extends into the crown. The canister is flanked on each side by shield insignia, each measuring 35 mm (w) x 40 mm (h) and constructed of a bronze alloy. The right shield features a Wehrmacht black, white