Steve Nick
Well-known member
I’ve had this Krätzchen in my collection for probably 30 years or more. My primary interest has been Pickelhauben and I picked this up in a trade as a representative example of what the Army wore in the field when the Pickelhaube or Stalhelm wasn’t required.
It's well marked. However, the Bekleidungs Ampt is that of the 19th Army Corps which is Saxon although the Landeskokarden is Prussian and looks to me as being original to the piece.
Any thoughts as to why this is?
The 16 marking I interpret as being the year of issue. The 57 indicates sizing which is Small.
The blurred marking I can’t make out other than the 07 R. Is this a unit marking?
The camo band, although of the adjustable type has been tack sewn to keep it in place. It’s in pretty nice shape with zero mothing.
Your thoughts would be appreciated.
It's well marked. However, the Bekleidungs Ampt is that of the 19th Army Corps which is Saxon although the Landeskokarden is Prussian and looks to me as being original to the piece.
Any thoughts as to why this is?
The 16 marking I interpret as being the year of issue. The 57 indicates sizing which is Small.
The blurred marking I can’t make out other than the 07 R. Is this a unit marking?
The camo band, although of the adjustable type has been tack sewn to keep it in place. It’s in pretty nice shape with zero mothing.
Your thoughts would be appreciated.