Original WW2 German M42 Helmet Finnish Import Used in Continuation War

During the Continuation War from 1941 - 1945 the Finnish government imported M42 helmets from Germany for their war against the Russians. Germany and Finland were allies against Russia during this conflict. Some Finnish units painted a white skull on their helmets for intimidation and to signify "white death" - death by freezing in Finland's snowy forests. Helmet is in great condition minus the liner and chinstrap. Note: this is a WW2 German M42 helmet, not a M38 Hungarian helmet.

They look similar and the Finns utilized both. The item "Original WW2 German M42 Helmet Finnish Import Used in Continuation War" is in sale since Tuesday, September 1, 2020. This item is in the category "Collectibles\Militaria\WW II (1939-45)\Original Period Items\Germany\Hats & Helmets". The seller is "jeffsfootlocker" and is located in Sugar Land, Texas. This item can be shipped to United States.