Imperial German Pickelhaube Evolution 1842-1915
 
The Model 1905/06 Pickelhaube
In 1905 and into 1906 a new Pickelhaube was introduced that was essentially a M1895 with Feldgrau felt covering the top leather shell. Front and rear visors remained as per the M1895 in black lacquered leather. This Pickelhaube is believed to have been produced in significant amounts and distributed to regular units with fittings in silver or gilt dependant on the unit.
Photo used with the kind permission of
Robert Hinesley
The M1905/06 proved to be unpopular with both soldiers and commanders as it could not be shined for parades or in garrison, which resulted in being withdrawn from service in 1906.

In 1914 to meet the demands of mobilization, the stockpiled M1905/06 were re-issued to troops and are often confused with Ersatz felt Pickelhaubes that have had leather visors attached in repair depots.
 
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