German Model 1938 Luftschutz Helmet-This is the three piece, gladiator style helmet used by air raid personnel. This is a lighter weight example in steel with a dark blue finish. The finish remains 90% intact. The large decal at the front shows some minor toning and remains 75% intact. Each side of the helmet has a pair of salt and pepper shaker style ventilation grommets. Inside, there is a three-piece, brown leather size 56 liner that remains quite soft and supple. It has some wear and a little section of one of the tongues is missing. There is a partially intact sticker on the rear skirt with info about the helmet including the fact that it meets the standards. Stamped into the rear skirt is the script “RL2 38/28”. This indicates it was produced in 1938. There is a wide, brown leather chinstrap as well. A good example overall!