Imperial Austrian 7th Dragoons by PSDuck
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Description
Here we have a pre-WWI helmet of an enlisted man (other ranks) in the Austrian Royal and Imperial 7th Dragoons. The inside of the helmet comb is stamped with a "7". This helmet is somewhat unusual in that the color of the comb is not the usual black (black and gold being the Austrian state colors). The crest insert is red. This, plus the red feather plume (in place if the usual "brush" of wool) indicates this unit - or a subunit within the 7th - came from the Tyrol area.
The helmet is untouched and original, save for a replacement liner in the body of the helmet itself.
I have photographed two other Austrian helmets of the era, all belonging to the same collector. They will follow.
Thank you for taking a look. Any and all comments are welcome. Special thanks to those of you who favorite on of my submissions.
2/28/10 Update: under the forward-leaning part of the comb, I discovered a stamped numeral "7". So, we have an arsenal mark for the 7th Dragoons!
Comments (21)
NoelCan
Great detail, Nice shot Mate...
ledwolorz
Super.
mininessie
fantastic shot Allen !
flavia49
wonderful shot!!
gypsyflame
Great description, detail and presentation!
plasmid
You did an excellent job on this. No glare, color is vivid, and detail is exceptionally clear. Great photo.
sandra46
WONDERFUL PIECE!
shadownet
Impressive looking helmet!
LovelyPoetess
Very well done shot. The helmet itself looks rather heavy, I feel for the soldier who had to wear it for any length of time. Were you allowed to try it on?
mgtcs
Absolutely fantastic shot my friend, love the lighting, well done!
PSDuck
I have not weighed the helmet, but it is surprisingly light for its size. I've worn the US WWII/Vietnam war style helmet and the K-pot/"Fritz" helmets. The latter is quite heavier than the Dragoon. Remember, these helmets were not designed to deflect or stop bullets or fragments. They were a distinctive part of the uniform, and were somewhat light (compared to what modern WWI and after helmets are). Once, I had the distinct honor to examine a nearly perfect Napoleonic French Czapka (Lancer's helmet). It was made of pressed felt over an inch (2.5 cm) thick in the body of the helmet! It was designed to stop a sword blade, and was appropriately heavy. The swords of the Napoleonic wars were no light affairs. They were designed to maim and kill. Swords after this period - for the most part - were almost decorations, rather than "real" weapons. I speak from experience, having handled many and collected some.
mariogiannecchini
Great description, detail and presentation! Buona domenica , Allen
UOja
Excellent shot. Great colors and details.
danapommet
This is an awesome capture with super details, of the crest, in ZOOM mode. Dana
debbielove
Now THAT is cool! And original, you say.. Certainly looks it.. Amazing shot.. Well done and many thanks Allen Rob
Osper
Good shot of something that was doomed by the war to end all wars. From that war came drab and colorless.
NetWorthy
Wow! This would be a great subject for a 3d model - unfortunately I can't model worth beans LOL. Very nice, I love the clarity and detail of the photo!
gibby.g
Great captue. The deatailing is incredible.
neoexcello
With a slow dial-up connection, I can't comment on all the helmets, or I won't get any sleep tonight, but I've really enjoyed them all. Fantastic photos.
bmac62
Wow, I missed these (see you've got more too). Beautifully photographed. Being a guy who likes most things military, this is a rare treat.
Buffalo1
Those Ostreichers sure went for fancy. Excellent and rare helmets.