Item Description
Original Item: Only One Available. This is a very good condition service used example of a hard to find German WWII Kriegsmarine Coastal Artillery overseas cap (Küstenartillerie Schiffchen). The overseas cap, nicknamed in German military slang as Schiffchen, or literally "little ship" as it resembled an up-turned row-boat, was standard issue for the Coastal Artillery.
This example is constructed of a a field gray (feldgrau) wool exterior, with a nice lightweight canvas liner, which is very faintly size stamped 57 on the left side, next to a partial circular issue stamp. This is similar to the army colors, however it features a fine BeVO machine embroidered eagle, with yellow thread on a blue green base, the Kriegsmarine colors. Below this is a BeVO machine embroidered tri-color cockade, which is woven on blue green material.
Condition of this cap is very good, though there exterior does show some age toning, and wear, which has removed some of the fuzzy "nap" on the fabric. There are also some grease stains on the front left upper and lower rear right corners. The interior lining shows only light wear, with some staining around the bottom The original color and texture of the fabric can be seen under the side flaps.
Definitely a very attractive and colorful overseas cap. Ready to add to your collection!
- This product is available for international shipping. Shipping not available to: Australia, France, or Germany
- Due to legal restrictions this item cannot be shipped to Australia, France or Germany. This is not a comprehensive list and other countries may be added in the future.
- Not eligible for payment with Paypal or Amazon
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