WWII ‘M43-Luftwaffe’ Field Cap. 19432 WWII ‘M43-Luftwaffe’ Field Cap. 19432 Clothing

The ‘M43’ field cap (Feldmütze) was introduced for wear by all ranks on June 11th 1943 as a replacement cap for the older field caps then in use. It was based on the earlier ‘M42’and the Mountain troopers ‘Bérgmütze’ with only minor adjustments. Constructed of field grey material, officers ranks were distinguished by piping on the crown of the cap with silver piping for the ranks of Lieutenant to Oberst, and gilt piping for General officers ranks of General Major, to General Filed marshal, while EM/NCO’S caps were not piped. Sized at Continental 58 (7 1/4 – L) With the German Eagle over Swastika and embroidered badge of the ‘Luftwaffe’. The cap is in remarkably good condition, only showing minor age related wear to the top. The price for this piece of history includes UK delivery. 19432