Original Imperial German WWI Era Hessian 117th (3rd Grand Ducal Hessian) Life Infantry "Grand Duchess" Beer Stein with Hinged Lid - Dated 1907-1909 Japanese Marines reconnaissance and wide area command

reconnaissance and wide area command and control duties

These are both wonderful examples of Cold War era American Armor and Air personnel helmets

This example measures 26 1/2" overall and is carved from one piece of hardwood

Aside from the haft being a modern replacement

Original Imperial German WWI Era Hessian 117th (3rd Grand Ducal Hessian) Life Infantry "Grand Duchess" Beer Stein with Hinged Lid - Dated 1907-1909 Japanese Marines reconnaissance and wide area commandOriginal Item: Only One Available. Perhaps no other collectible is so shrouded in myth, misinformation and mistaken identity as German regimental steins. These pieces have been steadily reproduced since the 1960s and most experts agree reproductions far outnumber authentic examples. Yet few buyers other than stein specialists know how to identify the fakes. We have examined this stein thoroughly, with reference to several websites such as RealorRepro