Teno erel visor

[comleyn]

I am interested in this TENO hat and would appreciate any opinions before I make an offer, Thank you, nic

[M18922]

It's a rare cap, and I strongly believe it is original.

[comleyn]

Thank you for the reply Patrick, it is much appreciated, nic.

[stonemint]

It is a real one for the lowest paygrades, circa 1943. While these have the vented cockade, they are not vented all the way through.

One of these just sold on Ebay for $561:

WWII German Visor Cap Hat Navy Blue Color Erel Berlin "Weifs" in Ink Inside | eBay

[comleyn]

Thank you Chris for confirming it is original, nic.

[harryamb2]

its a v/nice one.

[stonemint]

Just FYI--Teno visors are uncommon, but these wartime Erels are the most common you will find.
The TENO underwent a wholesale uniform change in 1943-44, and adopted police-style insignia.
IMO, these visors were unissued left-over stock, which accounts for the fact that most are in unissued condition.