Original Imperial German WWI Era “Eichala” Pewter Beer Stein with Bayerisches Infanterie-Regiment Nr. 21 Dedication on Lid with Maker’s Mark Japanese Field Gear This is a lovely example

This is a lovely example of a German WWI M1916 Stahlhelm applied with a gorgeous “Splotch” camouflage pattern of several shades of green

We acquired this from a well known collector who's collection was recently auctioned off

the White Ensign was one of three ensigns in use

and still shows clear twist marks

Original Imperial German WWI Era “Eichala” Pewter Beer Stein with Bayerisches Infanterie-Regiment Nr. 21 Dedication on Lid with Maker’s Mark Japanese Field Gear This is a lovely exampleOriginal Item: Only One Available. Perhaps no other collectible is so shrouded in myth, misinformation and mistaken identity as German regimental steins. These pieces have been steadily reproduced since the 1960s and most experts agree reproductions far outnumber authentic examples. Yet few buyers other than stein specialists know how to identify the fakes. We have examined this stein thoroughly, with reference to several websites such as RealorRepro