German Helmets are a piece of world history! After the the middle ages and the knight helmets died, away and after the trend of body cuirasses and skull protectors faded, the helmet returned to prominence with the Prussian spiked helmet and soon thereafter, the German steel helmet, or the Stahlhelm. Eventually German helmets became more of a novelty than a sign of military power. But there are many collectors and history buffs who still get a kick out of German helmets. What kind of German Helmets are there?

Types Of German Helmets

German War Helmets are often divided into two categories: naturally, wwi german helmets and ww2 German helmets, as Germany played a pivotal role in both World Wars. Ancient-Weapons.com offers replica German helmets, explaining that these works are done by hand and brush. Helmets are repainted inside and out and recreated with German helmet decals according to regulations between 1940 and 1943. German helmet covers may also feature the “ear cut out” variety, which had an upward dip along the side of the helmet. Imagine the feeling of owning a helmet than has the original German helmet decal as authorized by the government. (In order to find an authentic German helmet from the past you may have to search auction sites or specialty stores) These German helmets are ideal for military enthusiasts or even historical re-enactors.

There are also Chrome German motorcycle helmets, which feature a wonderful shine and German motorcycle helmets, which are not only made in the style of official German helmets, but also are approved by DOT standards as a certified motorcycle helmet. The German helmet shell is made from high quality fiberglass and has a high gloss finish, a comfortable interior and a chin strap.

Where To Find German Helmets

If you are looking for relatively inexpensive (but not cheap) German helmets or a ww1 German helmet then try GermanHelmetsinc.com. Among this store's selection is the Heer Pith Helmet, M35 Double Decal Luftwaffe Helmet, the M35 Double Decal Combat Police Helmet with Nazi German Helmet Decal and the M40 single decal Luftwaffe helmet. These are excellent collector's items...just don't wear them to a Bar-Mitzvah.

Other websites that can be of help include German-Helmets.com, GermanHelmet.com and Ancient-Weapons.com. The former of those sites also contains more content relevant to collectors, such as suggestions in painting a german ww2 helmet. Enjoy a piece of world history with authentic looking German helmets!