German Steel Pickelhaube Helmet

Spiked Steel Pickelhaube

This is a modern replica of the Pickelhaube, the spiked helmet that became the signature of the Prussian and Imperial German armies in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Szco builds it with a polished steel shell and brass-tone fittings, finished with the eagle plate and cockade that make the design recognizable at a glance. It suits collectors, history enthusiasts and anyone who wants a striking piece for a shelf, den or militaria display.

Features

• Polished Steel Shell — The rounded dome has a bright, brushed metal finish in place of the leather or felt used on many period originals.
• Brass-Tone Spike — A tall, tapered spike rises from a turned base at the crown, the feature that gives the Pickelhaube (literally "spiked bonnet") its name.
• Riveted Spike Base Plate — A shaped brass-tone plate anchors the spike to the shell with domed rivets.
• Eagle Front Plate — A large copper-tone eagle emblem with spread wings is mounted on the front of the shell above the visor.
• Side Cockade — A pleated rosette in black, white and red carries a brass-tone trefoil boss on the side of the helmet.
• Front Visor And Neck Guard — A peaked front visor and a flared, riveted rear guard reproduce the classic profile.
• Brass-Tone Edge Trim — Metal trim runs along the visor and neck guard edges for a finished look and contrast against the steel.
• Szco Modern Replica — This is a newly made reproduction, not a period original or army surplus.

Replica Construction

The steel shell, brass-tone hardware and copper-tone eagle give the helmet a two-tone metal look that photographs and displays well. The fittings are attached with visible domed rivets, which matches the way the helmet's details were fixed on period examples. Treat it as a display and collector piece; it is a decorative reproduction and not protective headgear.