M43 Panzer

[gustav jr]

Hi,
New member. need help, could someone please help me, is this a
fake/false feldtmutze?
Im very impressed by all knowledge at the forum and would be most greatful for all help I could get even though the M43 probably
is a fake.

br, gustav jr

[Dimas]

No, that is a postwar BW cap

[Adrian Stevenson]

Hi Gustav, welcome to the forum!

Sorry, this is indeed a post war cap with the addition of fake insignia.

Cheers, Ade.

[gustav jr]

Thank you for a quick answer, so its not a fake, do you(anyone) know were I could find more information?? e.g is it a common pice by collectors(rare), is it a known manufacturer, history???
Very greatfull for answers

br, gustav jr

[gustav jr]

Sorry, mixed the answers , my english in writing and understanding isn´t the best. But could you please tell me how you could tell that its a postwar, Ill dont questioned your knowledge, its my lack of knowledge and I would like to lear as mush as I can.
Thank you very much for taking your time.

br, gustav jr

[Adrian Stevenson]

Hi Gustav, the trade name "Helvetia" was used during the war by Christian Schweitzer. The wartime trade mark had the words "Ges. Gesch." each side of the crest. They were based in Koblenz. After the war, it is believed the Company passed to his son, Friedrich Schweizer. But I have never seen the name Walter Schmitt used in connection with this firm?

Cheers, Ade.

[S.Vestae]

Copy !

[gustav jr]

Hi,
Thank you all for the info. I have 3 more of the M43, in my opinion they are all fakes or? It seems to be a big problem with all fakes, it must be a profitable market.
Please feel free to use the photos for the fake thread.

thank you for taking your time to look at my fake caps, hopefully I could present something interesting in the future.

br, "the rookie" Gustav jr

[Adrian Stevenson]

Hi Gustav, you are correct they are all fakes.

These caps are faked a lot. Originals are now hard to find. Most had the insignia removed and were worn to destruction in POW camps or as as work wear after the war ended.

Cheers, Ade.

[BenVK]

Oh dear, all obvious fakes.

For all fans of M43's, check out this photo. A few quid's worth here.