Restoring a German WW2 Beaded Helmet - WHAT is a Beaded Helmet?! HOW to tell the model Differences?! 

Okay, so some people are complaining about the restoration, and are saying it's a bad and ugly one, and the color is completely wrong etc. 29:03 (Final Result) Well, I don't even know why I have to explain this in a pinned comment, but like I already explained in the video, the color is exactly the same as original beaded helmets. Especially at the end of the video, you can see that the color is 100% correct. If you think that's not true, than I know for sure that you've never ever held an original one in your hand. I own original Luftschutz helmets myself, and have seen many different ones in my life, and I can say that this is all correct. I'm someone that will even notice the smallest mistake, and there are none. Also, some people are saying the helmet should be black.. do more RESEARCH! Another complaint.. Why I ruined a nice original helmet, and painted over the original paint? Listen, like I said in the video, the paint was badly damaged, and keeping it like this was not the best option. It would not fit in a display with the ugly scratches, so I decided to restore it. These helmets are not rare with original paint, actually, it's more rare to find them without original paint! There are a LOT of these helmets around with original paint, it didn't hurt the value. If this was a regular combat helmet, I would not have done it, but this was the right decision for this helmet. Stop complaining, I know what I'm doing, do more research. Here a few of the Many original examples I can show to prove you are wrong : www.proxibid.com/Firearms-Military-Artifacts/Military-Artifacts/WOW-Original-German-WWII-Beaded-M35-NSDAP-Double-Decal-Civic-Police-Steel-Helmet/lotInformation/52788726 collectorsmilitaria.com/a_very_nice_beaded_m40_double_decal_police_helmet_071811.htm www.warrelics.eu/forum/steel-helmets/water-protection-police-wasserschutzpolizei-helmet-pick-up-414709/ alexanderandsonsrestorations.com/project/beaded-m40/

Dude you dont need to apologize for Not uploading, Being busy is perfectly fine and your content is always worth the wait!

I haven't heard that you lost someone dear to you! I send my condolences to you and your family. I can only imagine how you feel. I am sorry for you, Nick🙁🙏 We know you are trying your hardest, we understand.

I'm now just realizing how many pets this man has

I'm sorry to hear u lost a family member sorry for ur loss man i lost my nanny last year I'm still grieving but I'm still standing strong I hope ur ok too cuz I'll love ww2 and ur videos keep it up man

*Borders closed down due to Corona virus* Nick: And I took that personal.

I am sorry for your loss my grandfather died a few weeks ago and we found an old Stahlhelm M40 with winter Camo in his house and we are sure that this helmet belonged to my great grandfather who fought on the eastern front

To quote a great combat leader, " hang tough" your audience loves you and your videos! Awesome stuff Nick!

I thought today was a bad day until history secrets uploaded

Honestly, when you said that personal stuff at the beginning of the video, it hit hard. I'm glad you opened up to complete strangers online, not a lot of people do that genuinely. You're strong, Nick, I know you'll get through this. You and your family. Just know, we're all here for you, and we'll be by your side, virtually, supporting you. Much love, -How2WWII

We need to get nick to 1 million subs

I am so early that France hasn't even considered to surrender😂

Poor man the virus is fucking his life over, I'm really supporting your channel and i hope all goes well it's great content just keep it up

I bought my m35 double-decal beaded "polizei" stahlhelm from an antique shop about 5 months ago, and I've been searching EVERYWHERE to get a solid answer on what makes a beaded helmet less sought-after. The antique salesman said his seller was an old ww2 vet who picked it up in Berlin during the american occupation, and brought it back home. The metal work screams quality, so it was confusing to me when the interwebs was stating beaded helmets were the defects. Since nobody knows the real answer, I'm going to agree with you that the beaded helmets are to simply designate what's for civic duty, and which is for the military. I'd love to come across a non-beaded m-35 just to compare the two. Thank you for making this video! I'm glad you appreciate stahlhelms and the history behind them!

When you're so early the Germans are still going through the Ardennes

There’s no reason not to respect Nick. After everything he’s still here making videos for us

I'm sorry to hear about your family member passing, don't apologise for not uploading

So early that Germany hasn't invaded poland

I also lost a family member and I have a new puppy, I feel you.

Just now saw you uploaded, and you don’t have to apologize for not uploading, your content is always a reward for waiting! Keep up the good work man

Great to see you back, no need to apologise for not uploading much recently, these are difficult times and everyone understands that. Your depth of knowledge is just amazing, I love watching your videos 👍

Atthefront: how many helmets do you want? History secrets: order 66

Nothing beats an early morning History lesson about helmet 👌

yesss welcome back, i’ve been watching all your videos waiting for this one!!!😀😀

He makes video for us....he makes us happy......even if something bad happens.This man needs a medal!

It’s fine man, just happy whenever you upload, great vid, and nice helmet

Your my favorite RU-vidr

It’s always a great day when history secrets uploads!

Keep up the great work Nick! Love your content! Always have, always will!

Losing your trench would be like losing your dominant hand. I hope that will never happen! I'm very excited when things get more normal so you can go out and do the things you've been wanting to do. Patience is key I guess. Also, awesome green screen!

First of All 'Nice background' i was just on the way to bed but now i cant sleep becus i need to watch this amazing peace of work..... Keep the legendary work!

Awesome job Nick! Never heard of the rolled version of the helmets until you shared this vid. Thanks for teaching me something new.

Beste, Gecondoleerd met het verlies van iemand uit je familie, ik hoop dat je je snel beter voelt. Het zijn ook niet de beste tijden met corona nu je kunt nergens niet meer naar toe zoals bijvoorbeeld de beurzen ''Ciney'' en markten en dat maakt mij nu ook wel wat triest eigenlijk maar hopelijk komt dit allemaal wel eens goed! Ik heb echt genoten van je video weeral en heb ook weer iets bijgeleerd zoals altijd als ik naar je video's kijk ;D Groeten uit België!

Camera quality better than my eyesight. Gecondoleerd Nick 👍

Put yourself first man. Focus on your problems. Don't feel sorry for not uploading. Love you man. You keep my love for history alive.

Awesome video Nick!! Keep up the amazing work 👍

hey, sorry about your loss and the family business, I really hope that you get back up on your feet and keep doing what you love

just going to say this now, You need way more subs than you already got. This content is super interesting and entertaining. Also super sorry about your family member and hope you can keep your house!

Great vid nick love all of your videos, I hope your ok in these strange times, but don’t worry it will all get better soon we’re all rooting for you 🤟

Bro as always. We are just sitting here watching your videos for free. You don't owe us a thing. Thank you for making content that is educational and entertaining.

Awesome job as always!

Nick I know something, and thats that this lockdown can sometimes give some people special opportunities, in your case it doesnt sound like it. But just wait, sooner or later something will happen. But also don't apologise for taking this long to upload, I know how it feels to lose a lived one and to be in a situation like you are in now. Thanks for the amazing content

Yes a new video of 2021 and very satisfying to restore the m42 stalhelm or a beaded helmet and like your WW2 video keep it up nick

When I have time,I show you’re Videos,a history fan like us,like you because you know so much about it!

When’s the next collection video Nick? Love ur vids

When the Sergeant come back 🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳 hey he is back

Hell yeah new video, was worth it to stay up until 1am

Always nice to see you upload, cant wait for another video!

Always good to see a random cannon ball 😂

Nobody: virus gets out of hand Nick thinking about 1918 - 1920 (Spanish flu): yea this is historically accurate

Cool really good helmet restoration loved the backgrounds you had!!

Can't wait to see the bunker segments to come, I'm super interested to what you found. Nice work.

I love your collection it’s insane compared to mine

Also when you were putting on the decal it reminded me of the restoration of the m42 helmet and how you were getting really upset with it lol

Who else loves the sound when Nick is spraying a helmet

I really like the visual effects and backgrounds, they really add something to the video. Best of luck!

Finnaly a new video u are the best

You don't need to apologize for not uploading, its okay.

Wow great video! I learned so much about helmets. And that color blue is beautiful. Great work Nick. (Love the background screen too)😄👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

Brilliant video I always learn a lot of new things from these videos. No need to apologise we all understand. Thanks for the new upload!

Yo I love this channel and sorry for ur loss

First , love ur vids, u make my day 👍🥰

Happy to see you back here, Nick.

Love your vids man you inspired me to get into history learning and I’m grateful for that! Don’t apologize for having a life haha we all understand and are here for you!

Nice helmet man!

Cant wair for this keep up the vids

Life happens, glad you’re back on track

Really nice restoration. Keep up the good work

I own an original m40 beaded gestapo helmet. Thank you for informing me more about it! I’m very thankful!

Love the vidoe!

Wow, I never knew these helmets existed. These helmets are super interesting. Great video Nick. 👍

I missed you! Loved your video already. And also, my condolences to you and your family

Personally I would of left it in the condition you originally had it in.

Nick any tips for someone who wants to start reenacting ww2

That party shield really pops with that blue paint Love your channel, I wish there were more guys that made as informative videos about German helmets as you

Don't feel like you have to shape your life around us nick, we are your fans for a reason, and we will always be here for you.

26:32 Gotta have that extra liner

#HistorySecrets Question do you have hair?

GREAT VIDEO I collect and re-enact as well!!

I’m so sorry for your loss nick.keep up the good work love your videos

Recently my great grandpa died a week ago so I know how stressful it is to lose a family memeber

Yay notification gang

I enjoy channels like yours. I came by this video from the video tour of your collection. Very cool. Between your trolls(haters), vast knowledge, experience and financial hardship, you earned my subscription. Top notch

Bruh nice one man can't wait till the next one!

Damn is this mr beast or what? 😂😂. But for real you dont have to apologize for being busy it's understandable.

Very nice video, but the helmet had so much original paint, why did you decide to paint over that history? I'm also very sorry to hear about your family members passing. Much love from Canada.

A really good video I never knew that there was so many different types of helmet. Can't wait for the next video. So sorry to hear that you lost a family member, all my thoughts to you and your family, stay safe nick.

hi nick i did not know about this type of helmet.Grate video as always!

1:45 why not make a patreon, i couldnt help you but i'm sure a lot of people would be happy to help

24:42 RU-vid is screaming internally

Amazing Video Nick 👌

Finally some good content 😂 i swear all your vids are good 😂

I lost a family member also, now I know three people who lost someone, me, HS, a Roblox member.

Also i’m very sorry for you. And i hope you keep the House, love from Denmark 👍 Also if you want me to send you some East german cold war 1950-1970 helmet or uniform Just message under this comment😃👍

So sorry for your family loss. Hoping time will heal your heart. Really enjoyed the helmet info. VERY cool! Take care of yourself and best wishes.👍

I love your videos, I hope you can keep doing this for a lot of time.

The Helmet before the Restoration: I am saaaaaddd After: I’m blue! I’m a deed ama dai!

Does anyone know that the vaccines are rolling out

Great looking restored helmet sir, keep up the great content

Hello from the USA. I love everything about your channel and really enjoy your videos. I also really love your collection and would love to see an updated collection tour video.