Ersatz Bayern Infantry Tin
 
Ersatz Bayern Model 1915 Infantry Eisenblech (tin) Pickelhaube.

This pattern of Eisenblech Ersatz-Helme closely resembles the M1915 Pickelhaube.
This pattern of Eisenblech Ersatz-Helme is similar to the helmets contracted in 1914 by Bing A.G. and closely resembles the pre-war Pickelhaube. Unlike the Preußen version, the Bing helmet is pressed from one piece of metal. The Wappen (front plate), spike, base, side M91 posts, front visor, and studs on the front visor are identical to those used on the leather Pickelhaube. The liner is similar to a standard leather Pickelhaube, but attached to the shell with split brads with an additional felt strip for comfort between the liner and the helmet shell. There is no rear spine on this pattern of helmet. The Wappen (front plate) and removable spike are identical to the Model 1915 spiked helmets. This example refutes the theory that the Bayern Eisenblech (tin) Pickelhaube were only produced with gilt fittings.
 
A view of the Model 1915 Bayern Infantry Wappen (front plate).
A rear view of the Ersatz Bayern tin Pickelhaube. Note that there is no rear spine fitted to the shell.
A view of the side profile showing the standard issue Kokarde for Bayern is painted silver with a painted blue ring.
A view of the Ersatz Bayern tin liner. The liner is similar to a standard leather Pickelhaube, but attached to the shell with split brads with an additional felt strip for comfort between the liner and the helmet shell.