Custom Piece Miniature – Austro-Hungarian Berndorfer Helmet dark grey plastic – 3D Print for LEGO minifigure

he item is an Austro-Hungarian Berndorfer Helmet accessory, designed for minifigures.

Dark Grey Berndorfer Helmet (Model 1917) This is a custom brick-built headgear accessory molded in dark grey plastic. It replicates the distinct shape of the World War I Austrian steel helmet. Unlike the German Stahlhelm, this helmet features a smoother side profile (lacking the large side lugs) and is characterized by a unique small ventilation dome/knob situated on the very top of the crown. The brim is slightly flared, offering protection against shrapnel.

Background: The Berndorfer Helmet was the first domestically produced steel helmet of the Austro-Hungarian Empire during World War I. Manufactured by the Berndorf Metal Goods Factory, it was designed to reduce reliance on German M16 helmet imports. It is famous for its “top vent” design and was widely used by Austrian troops fighting on the Italian Front. In historical circles, it is a rare and unique piece of armor compared to the more common German styles. In a LEGO diorama, this helmet allows you to distinguish Austro-Hungarian troops from their German allies.