Original Imperial German WWI Prussian Infantry Officer Model 1897 Pickelhaube Spiked Helmet colts An identical Short Rifle edition

An identical Short Rifle edition of this same weapon

The menuki (grip decorations) are stylized dogs

as well as wear to the "nap" of the fabric

The Japanese Helmet:The Imperial Japanese Army was the official ground based armed force of Imperial Japan from 1871 to 1945

Original Imperial German WWI Prussian Infantry Officer Model 1897 Pickelhaube Spiked Helmet colts An identical Short Rifle editionOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very good condition, smart looking officer pickelhaube from a Prussian Infantry Regiment, which was most likely used during World War One. The Pickelhaube of commissioned officers holding a rank from Lieutenant to Colonel are all identical in features, but not quality. The quality of helmets within these ranks depended entirely on how much the individual wished to spend. A lowly Lieutenant's helmet may be