Germany, Ss. A Waffen-Ss Officer’s M43 Field Cap Auction Archive maker marked “L15” for “Otto

maker marked “L15” for “Otto Schickle

with nine oak leaves on either side of the wreath

a Preface to the First Edition (1947)

The nickel-plated scabbard fittings exhibit contact marks and wear

the obverse bears the inscription “FUR KULTUR” (FOR CULTURE)

Germany, Ss. A Waffen-Ss Officer’s M43 Field Cap Auction Archive maker marked “L15” for “Otto(Waffen SS Einheitsfeldmtze M43 fr Offizier). An exceptionally well preserved Waffen SS Officers M43 field cap, constructed of field grey gabardine wool. The cap is fully surrounded by fold down side panels, scalloped at the front, providing optional ear and neck protection to the wearer. When not in use, the panels roll up and secure in place at the front with two pebbled magnetic metal buttons which emanate from the right panel and meet reinforced