Luftwaffe overseas cap - thoughts?

[AusA380]

Hey everyone,

Following on from my last post, I decided to purchase this Luftwaffe overseas cap as it would look good in my collection. What are people's thoughts on its originality? It certainly looks old and smells old to me.

It looks very similar to this example, https://virtualgrenadier.com/sale_item.php?iid=5348 , which is the same manufacturer Almi in Luxemburg. Even if not original, I'm happy with it on display.

Thanks!

[Kohima]

Certainly original, if somewhat raddled...
It was once a high quality example too, made of a finer cloth than the usual wool, and possibly belonged to an officer or Oberfähnrich (with silver cord attached), or as ‘best’ for an NCO or Other Rank (though might equally have been used for everyday wear).

Cheers,
Bob

[AusA380]

Thanks for verifying! I thought it was original as soon as I opened the package. Only seems this manufacturer has the non wool material. Unfortunately the moths have gotten to this one. Adds to it's story though!