really stoopid panzergrenadier question....

[phylo_roadking]

All, can anyone tell me what the extra external strapping on early-war panzergrenadier helmets was for???? Ive seen pics of a crisscroosed strap with a fabric wide band around the helmet, or sometimes jut the bandage band. Could understanbd it if it was to hold down a camo cover but the early war pics show no covers. Am I missing something obvius here?

phylo

[Waleed Y. Majeed]

Hi phylo

I believe you might be thinking of the Battle practice band, "Rotes und gelbes gefechtsübung helm band"
red and yellow reversable band (depending on which side you're on).
This would fit around the helmet and was held in place by two hooks in either side as shown on picture.
This is a later field design (added band across top) and was used for attaching foilage onto.

Source: http://www.collectie40-45.nl/html/foto.htm
Also often seen the use of rubber bands for the same purpose or even for holding a white piece of cloth (early winter camouflage).

Seldom if ever have I seen a german soldier carry bandages on these bands. Hope this helped.

waleed

[phylo_roadking]

Nope thats not it, Ill try and find a pic of what I mean and post it

phylo

[Paddy Keating]

I think you might be referring to the piece of kit designed to contain the helmet when hung on a belt, or a horse saddle or a vehicle. Does the item you have incorporate a spring-loaded clip for such a purpose?

PK

[Drandraufdrueber]

Without seeing exactly what you are refering at: Rubber band to mount leaves, little branches etc. for camouflage.Later replaced by a mesh for better stability. Just a guess.

[Hans Knospler]

Without seeing exactly what you are refering at: Rubber band to mount leaves, little branches etc. for camouflage.Later replaced by a mesh for better stability. Just a guess.

Your correct :)

[mightythor99]

bread bag strap? they used those sometimes, it's a long strap, went over the shoulder, for their breadbag's.