A Imperial German M1907/10 Infantry Krätzchen (field cap), retaining its original field-grey wool construction with the distinctive red infantry band and matching red piping. Worn by German enlisted men and NCOs during the First World War, the Krätzchen became one of the most recognisable items of Imperial German military headgear.
Presented in honest, untouched condition, the cap retains both of its period cockades, each displaying attractive age-related wear and paint loss consistent with more than a century of age. The original field-grey wool body remains in very good condition with no significant moth damage, allowing the cap to retain an excellent display appearance.
The interior is fitted with its original linen lining, showing the expected age, wear and light soiling associated with genuine wartime use and long-term storage. No visible depot or manufacturer markings remain, which is not uncommon on surviving examples of Imperial German cloth headgear.
Unlike many surviving examples encountered today, this cap has escaped the heavy moth damage often associated with First World War wool headgear and remains a very appealing collector's piece. It has not been restored or cosmetically enhanced, preserving its originality and character.
Condition
Original Imperial German M1907/10 Infantry Krätzchen.
Field-grey wool body with red infantry band and red piping.
Original linen lining.
Period cockades present, showing age-related paint loss and patina.
Good overall shape with light service wear.
No significant moth damage noted.
No visible depot or manufacturer markings.
Untouched condition with no modern restoration.
A scarce and highly displayable example of Imperial German First World War headgear, ideal for the serious militaria collector, historian or museum display.
Please study the photographs carefully as they form an important part of the description and condition report.
A Imperial German M1907/10 Infantry Krätzchen (field cap), retaining its original field-grey wool construction with the distinctive red infantry band and matching red piping. Worn by German enlisted men and NCOs during the First World War, the Krätzchen became one of the most recognisable items of Imperial German military headgear.
Presented in honest, untouched condition, the cap retains both of its period cockades, each displaying attractive age-related wear and paint loss consistent with more than a century of age. The original field-grey wool body remains in very good condition with no significant moth damage, allowing the cap to retain an excellent display appearance.
The interior is fitted with its original linen lining, showing the expected age, wear and light soiling associated with genuine wartime use and long-term storage. No visible depot or manufacturer markings remain, which is not uncommon on surviving examples of Imperial German cloth headgear.
Unlike many surviving examples encountered today, this cap has escaped the heavy moth damage often associated with First World War wool headgear and remains a very appealing collector's piece. It has not been restored or cosmetically enhanced, preserving its originality and character.
Condition
Original Imperial German M1907/10 Infantry Krätzchen.
Field-grey wool body with red infantry band and red piping.
Original linen lining.
Period cockades present, showing age-related paint loss and patina.
Good overall shape with light service wear.
No significant moth damage noted.
No visible depot or manufacturer markings.
Untouched condition with no modern restoration.
A scarce and highly displayable example of Imperial German First World War headgear, ideal for the serious militaria collector, historian or museum display.
Please study the photographs carefully as they form an important part of the description and condition report.
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