Original German WWII M42 Heer/Waffen SS No Decal Helmet Size 62

Original German WWII M42 Heer/Waffen SS No Decal Helmet Size 62-This is an original German WWII M42 steel helmet, a late-war production model characterized by its simplified design, most notably the unrolled 'raw edge' along the rim, a cost- and time-saving measure introduced to streamline wartime manufacturing compared to the earlier M35 and M40 helmets.This example retains areas of its original factory-applied paint, though surface rust is present throughout due to extended exposure to moisture during storage and has an appearance of camouflage. The resulting patina gives the helmet an authentic, combat-used appearance that appeals to collectors seeking untouched examples.The interior features an original size 55 leather liner, which is securely seated and tight to the shell. The liner shows age-related wear, with one of the fingers has a tear at the drawstring hole and missing its internal drawstring leather reinforcement. It retains the original drawstring. All three split pins are original to the helmet, remain tight, and show remnants of factory paint with scattered surface rust. The chinstrap is missing.Despite signs of age and use, this is a solid, representative example of a late-war M42 combat helmet, and would make a valuable addition to any WWII German helmet collection—either as-is or for careful preservation.