M35 #29 This camouflage pith helmet is

This camouflage pith helmet is one of only two known examples

It is marked R

it has not been restored by me

reversible camouflage from jungle to beach sides

This shell retained about 50% of its perhaps original olive-drab paint

M35 #29 This camouflage pith helmet isM35 #29 Shell: The shell is an original WW2 Model 1935, size 64cm example. It has the factory stamps SE64 (Sachsische Emailler) with a lot number of 3134. When acquired the shell was in a post war repaint of early smooth green; DD Army. The finish is well worn. This helmet remains as acquired. Two of the liner rivets are original to the helmet; the third is also an original but not to this helmet. Liner: The liner is a nice replacement M1931 helmet