Correct colour for a M42 helmet

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Correct colour for a M42 helmet

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Hi all , i have just got hold of an original M42 helmet but it has been painted in an early war green .
Whats the correct colour / code for an SS M42 helmet ?
Many thanks in advance .


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Post by Bergführer »

I guess that Ral 6006 will be the best.
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Post by Mikkel »

The helmets were a different colour than RAL 6006.
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Many thanks for the replies , but do we know what the colour was then if they are not R6006 .
Is there a link to a website that can identify the colours of the helmets at the different stages of the war ?




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Post by Gliderinf »

There isn't a single correct colour - as it depends on the unit / theatre / time of year etc etc. Factory finish / re-done with Vehicle paint / Cammoed etc.

Ask your Group what colour they would like you to do it in. :wink:
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http://www.choiquehobbies.com.ar/tecnic ... c/rale.htm

Although it's mainly vehicle orientated, it might help.
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Post by Hennig »

Once again thanks for the replies and the link :wink: , i have just been told like on one of the replies to talk to our man in the know in the SBG and he will help me out 8)



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