Germany, SS. A Waffen-SS M43 Field Cap
(Waffen-SS Einheitsfeldmütze). This is an extremely well-preserved Waffen-SS M43 field cap, constructed of field-gred grey wool. The cap features fold-down side panels, providing neck and ear protection for the wearer which, when not in use, are rolled up and held in place by two pebbled magnetic metal buttons emanating from the right panel, meeting an equal number of reinforced buttonholes on the left. The reverse of the flaps features dual integrated white cotton loops. The peak of the cap bears an insignia in the form of a field-grey rayon trapezoid bearing a machine-embroidered, BeVo-style silver SS eagle clutching a wreathed mobile swastika, above a Totenkopf. The insignia measures 55 mm (w) x 42 mm (h). The cap has a protruding visor with a cardboard reinforcement securely set into its structure. The interior is fully lined with a grey cotton liner. The cap is unmarked and measures approximately 185 mm (w) x 280 mm (l) x 130 mm (h). With the exception of some minor soiling, it is in an extremely fine condition.

