Waffen SS Handschar Fez

[captain20052019]

Greetings, could I get some feedback on this fez in regards to originality? The insignia looks fine to me but I don't have nearly the expertise that others here have. Any help would be appreciated.






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[MAP]

The Fez itself is fine. Will let others confirm the insignia. Many of these had their insignia removed post war to be sold off or used on side caps. So even if the insignia is original, look closely to see if they were reattached.

[John4022]

Insignias are original.

[TrondK]

I like these 13th Handschar headwear, i would have no problem including this one into my collection.

[Aldo]

It looks good ! Here is mine for visual comparison of the insignia..

[captain20052019]

Thanks for the help guys, much appreciated as always!

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@Aldo that's a beauty you have there. Did you have to shape your fez or did it come in that shape?

[Aldo]

I was lucky to get one in pristine unused state just as you see it. They really do make a nice display

[MarcoPennisi]

Original fez and original insignia. Most of the times they are found unissued and in very good condition.

[Vocht]

I would not mind having one of these Handschar fez's (is that English plural?). Any idea what a market conform price would be?
Also curious if a brown or black leather sweatband would influence the item's worth. I love the black liner but so far I am seeing them being sold in brown.

[captain20052019]

The one I posted about was $1,250 if I recall. I'm not an expert on SS items in general but the red fez's always seem to be in that price range. The field gray fez's fetch more money. Over $2,000 if I remember right.