Issued WWII Romanian M39 Helmet
Issued WWII Romanian M39 Helmet
Issued WWII Romanian M39 Helmet
Issued WWII Romanian M39 Helmet
Issued WWII Romanian M39 Helmet
Issued WWII Romanian M39 Helmet
Issued WWII Romanian M39 Helmet

Vendor:Americana Pipedream Apparel

Issued WWII Romanian M39 Helmet

$179.99
Description

This listing has the option of Grade 2 items, all products listed here will have defects including but not limited to missing buttons and features, tears or holes. We do not accept returns on Grade 2 items for condition.

Condition: Grade 1 Helmets will have a degree of rust; Grade 2 helmets simply have much worse rust. Please examine the provided pictures before buying, though they are merely examples of the degree of rust/dried leather you can expect. 

As Europe drew closer to total war, Romania found itself in need of steel helmets. They went with one of the more unusual options for the time: the Dutch M1934 design. Characterized by its unusual swooping profile, the Romanian dupe (M39) was defined by odd features and liner variations throughout its storied production run. 

We have three options on offer, sorted by liner type. The original Dutch-style liners, while not a reliable way of determining if they are one of the original 600,000-piece contract, helmets labeled as "Dutch" will have the original profile with crosshatched leather.

Occupation liners will vary significantly in subtlety of design and style of leather used. One can only assume there was some external factor driving the Germans to have somewhat of a "fuck it" mentality when producing more helmets for Romania. 

Lastly, the postwar rework helmets will have a mix of Soviet era liners. Some but not all of these helmets retain the nape-sizing belt present on earlier liners. 

Features:

  • Three liner types available 
  • Authentic Romanian surplus 
  • WWII issue
  • Dutch design 

The Design

Unlike the Stahlhelm or Brodie-inspired designs that defined much of the West's headwear from the period, this bespoke design is defined by its unusually high ear-cut, long tail, and the distinctive rear cut-out. The hole is meant to allow the helmet to be easily hung/stowed when not worn. While original Dutch M1934 and contract-made Romanian helmets had crests on the front, the 1940 exile of King Carol meant that remaining Romanian pieces were to be defaced. Romanian helmets bearing the crest are highly sought after but are not listed here. 

Grade
Grade : 1
Liner Style
Liner Style: Occupation Model (1940-44)
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Pairs well with
Curious About Sizing?

Given the massive variety of clothing we carry, a standard sizing guide is incredibly helpful for customers seeking the best fit.

Please understand that surplus varies widely in fit and cut and this sizing chart is general advice rather than tailor-level fitting.

Nearly every military has different sizing charts and schemes, which is why we've taken the time to put together this brief tutorial.

 

Jacket & Shirt Sizing

In absence of an established military size chart, we measure each jacket or shirt from armpit to armpit to get a rough idea of how it fits. If a garment is between sizes, we mark it one size down. For example, if a shirt measures 19.75" from pit to pit, it is marked as a small rather than medium.

To measure pit to pit, close up your shirt or jacket and measure from armpit to armpit. 

This is our measurement guide that we use to measure garments without an existing military size chart:

14"-15" PtP = XXS

16-17" PtP = Extra Small

18"-19" PtP = Small

20-21" PtP = Medium

22-23" PtP = Large

24-25" PtP = Extra Large

26-27" PtP = XXL

28-29" PtP = 3XL

Pant Sizing

We typically convert pants to US waist and inseam sizes. If a pair of pants is between sizes, we mark it one size down. For example, if a pair of pants measures as a 33 waist, it is marked as a 32 waist.

To take these measurements we lay a pair of pants flat on the ground. We then measure across the waist and double the measurement. For example, if a pair of pants measures 16" across the waist it will fit a US 32 waist.

To determine inseam we measure from the crotch seam to the bottom of the cuff. For example, it a pair of pants measures 30" from the crotch seam to the bottom of the cuff we will list it as a 30 inseam or 30L.

Surplus Condition Guide

  1. Unissued
  2. These items are brand new. They may sometimes exhibit signs of storage. They may be new in their original factory packaging, but most times will not be. 
  3. Issued; Good / Issued
  4. These items are in issued/used condition but are fully functional. This grade of surplus item may also exhibit signs of use such as stampings, small stains or general dirtiness.
  5. Issued items will not have missing or broken buttons, zippers or be missing any functional components unless noted as such in the product description. Any items you purchase that are marked as "Issued; Good" but exhibit these defects will be replaced free of charge by Americana Pipedream.
  6. Grade 2
  7. These items are in issued/used condition but have defects that impede function. This may include missing buttons, broken zippers, holes and tears. They may also be missing components.
  8. This is the lowest grade of surplus item that we carry and they are not eligible for returns or exchanges due to condition.
Prop 65 Warning

All products that are NOT INTENDED FOR CONSUMPTION OR NOT FOOD PRODUCTS fall under this warning:

“WARNING: This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer.” WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including arsenic, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.”

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