Original German WWII Heer Army EM-NCO Schiffchen M38 Overseas Cap in Size 56cm - Dated 1943
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Original Item: Only One Available. This is a lovely example of a German WWII Heer Army EM-NCO M38 overseas cap (Schiffchen), showing light to moderate period wear. The overseas cap, nicknamed in German military slang as Schiffchen, or literally "little ship" as it resembled an up-turned row-boat, was standard issue for all branches of the Heer.
This example is constructed of a field gray (feldgrau) wool exterior with a lightweight tan canvas liner, which is made from several pieces of fabric. It has a flap going around the entire circumference of the cap, which is scalloped in the front, correct for the design. Sewn in place on the top front of the cap is a fine BeVO style machine embroidered EM/NCO cap eagle, which is the 1940 pattern featuring grey embroidery on a light green background. On the front of the scalloped flap is a BeVO tri color cockade, with the 1939 pattern dark bottle green, so this cap was made using leftover insignia from the changeover period. Later made caps would have a single piece insignia "trapezoid". There is no corps color soutache, so it most likely is for infantry.
The cap is in very good condition, not showing any major damage or repairs, just wear consistent with service and a few spots of moth damage. There is light overall staining and wear to the fabric, with the original color and feel preserved under the flaps. We did notice that the right ventilation grommet is missing, and the left grommet shows some oxidation. The liner has a faint partial maker mark over a 1943 date and size of 56.
A very nice Heer Army M38 overseas cap, ready to add to your collection!
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