WWII GERMAN FIRE FIGHTER OFFICER HAT
The German fire department was an organization ran by each city. As many other public offices, they
had to adopt the swastika as part of their uniform in a show of solidarity with the Nazi party.
This is a German WWII hat. As issued to fire department personnel. Of dark blue wool construction.
Orange piping is placed in the perimeter of the peak. A metal generic eagle is placed in the front.
The eagle has its wings fully extended. The head faces to the left. Its talons are clutching a
wreath with a swastika in the center.
The front also shows a black leather chin strap. A metal buckle allows the length of the chin strap
to be adjusted. The chin strap is secured via the use of silvers buttons. One on each end.
The front also displays a metal cockade. With a black circle and the center painted in red.
The sweatbad is made of light brown leather. The owner wrote his name with a blue pen. This was a
common practice among military and civilian organizations.
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This page is a recognition and identification guide for WWII German hats. Multiple
detailed photos of a specific sample are provided. Descriptions point out clearly defined points
that should be noted.
One of the most commonly asked questions is "How much is my WWII German hat worth?". A price
guide is included here to address this question. The value of the hats is reviewed
over a period of several years. A trend can be observed. The present worth of the German
headgear in the collector's market is illustrated.
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The visor is made of leather and is secured to the hat via stiches. The outer surface is black. The inner
surface is light brown. The typical checkered pattern can be seen.
The inside of the hat is stamped with black ink markings.
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This hat is currently being reproduced.
It is becoming more difficult to be able to tell the fake ones from the real ones because the quality
of the reproductions is improving. The collector must become familiarized with the construction style
and materials employed in the manufacturing of this hat. Attention to the details is critical in
order to be able to determine the authenticity of the headgear.
If you have an interest is seeing other headgear of the Third Reich, you can do so by going
to our WWII German Headgear
identification guide. Where we cover Heer (Army), Navy (Kriegsmarine),
Air Force (Luftwaffe), political and other organizations.
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