Soviet Pilotka with piping

[Aldo]

Hello, I came across this pilotka advertised as a WWII Soviet Officer's O/S cap. This is not my area of collecting but I was hoping someone could help authenticate it for me as I like all types of cloth headgear from the era. I read on one of the threads that cloth piping and cloth stars were abolished on January 18, 1941. would this be a pre "Great Patriotic War" cap? And if so what does this color of piping indicate? Any help is appreciated.

[Kohima]

Appears to be the raspberry red of Infantry.

[Gerry C]

Aldo,

I like it. Let's see what others have to say.

Gerry C.

From the Very Hot High Plains of the Midwest U.S.A.

[Aldo]

Thank you Gentlemen. I welcome anymore opinions or comments.

Thanks, Al

[Aldo]

Well Gentlemen, I took a chance and purchased the pilotka because the price was right. As I stated my knowledge on these is very limited but I am pleased with the overall look and feel of the cap. It appears to be a nice quality cap with some threadbare spots on one side. I'll let the photo's do the talking. All comments and opinions are welcome.

There is a peculiar lining of a different material between the folds of the cap

[Kohima]

The different coloured body cloth, beneath the skirt, is fairly standard. It features in most of mine, too.
You have a splendid example there. Jolly well done!

(I shall add some images - when I get a chance)!

[Aldo]

Thank you, that’s good to hear,

[llegion]

Im sorry, but the stamp is period incorrect. It looks unusual and poorly reproduce. Also, the star is post-war.

[Aldo]

Im sorry, but the stamp is period incorrect. It looks unusual and poorly reproduce. Also, the star is post-war.

An authentic example of the stamp and star would be helpful for visual comparison. Thank you

[llegion]

Here are some examples of stamps on early-war pilotkas:

With all due respect, use critical thinking and find the points that stand out.

How much did you purchase this pilotka for?















Best regards,
Karlis