Original Soviet WWII M36 SSh-36 "Gladiator" Relic Helmet & Battle-Damaged SSh-40 Helmet Shell - Lot of Two Gahendra Martini Rifles & Parts Size 7 with upgraded lining

Size 7 with upgraded lining

Asheville sailed through the Mediterranean and the Indian Ocean to join the Asiatic Fleet in the Philippines

This very nice example features a standard 7 1/2" barrel and partially matching serial number 59747 on most parts

The white satin lid lining is still intact

or Cleaning Equipment for Rifle

Original Soviet WWII M36 SSh-36 "Gladiator" Relic Helmet & Battle-Damaged SSh-40 Helmet Shell - Lot of Two Gahendra Martini Rifles & Parts Size 7 with upgraded liningOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a lovely pair of two Soviet WWII combat helmets, an SSh 36 and SSh 40, both just the shells and in relic condition. The SSh ( "stalnoy shlem", or steel helmet) 36 or the M ( or model) 36 was designed by Aleksandr A. Shvartz, and began production in 1936. Its large front rim and wide flares over the ears provided good protection for the wearer. The German M35, introduced a year before the Russian M 36, served