Germany, Luftwaffe. An M43 Field Cap for Enlisted Ranks, Late-War Example certificate_of_authenticity marked with the maker mark

marked with the maker mark in Gothic script “G

the chape and locket each held firmly in place via two screws

the reverse retaining an intact black paper backer and period DRGM label

marked in raised lettering "DIRECCIO GRAL DE TIRO Y GIMMAIA" on the reverse

The handle consists of a wooden core fully lined on the exterior with identical leather

Germany, Luftwaffe. An M43 Field Cap for Enlisted Ranks, Late-War Example certificate_of_authenticity marked with the maker mark(Luftwaffe Einheitsfeldmtze M43 fr Mannschaften). A Luftwaffe M43 field cap for Enlisted ranks, constructed of dark grey wool. The cap is fully surrounded by fold down side panels, scalloped toward the front, providing optional ear and neck protection to the wearer. When not in use, the panels roll up and are secured in position at the front with two grey and pebbled magnetic metal buttons which emanate from the right flap and meet an equal number of