The interior of the helmet still has an original steel band M31 leather liner with 3 of the 8 fingers intact
however these were no doubt quite effective in Italy during the 1870s
Rather than being a protective force for the bombers they used the bombers as "bait" to get the German fighters airborne
officially the Winter Battle in the East 1941–42 Medal (Medaille Winterschlacht im Osten 1941/42)
so it looks more silver now
Original U.S. WWII US “Compass Assembly Pocket Type” by Longines-Wittnauer Watch Company With Original Box Category_MG 42 Bolt & Barrel Assembly The interior of the helmetOriginal Item: Only One Available. The compass allowed for more accurate navigation, leading to improved trade, exploration, and the spread of ideas across different cultures. Today, the compass continues to be an essential tool for navigation, used in a wide range of applications, including aviation, shipping, and outdoor recreation. While the military may not necessarily use the compass for recreation, the use of a compass aides the uniformed