WWII GERMAN HAT - LUFTWAFFE M43 -
The original purpose of the M-43 cap was to replace the use of the side cap. The M-43 was
employed throughout the different branches within the Luftwaffe. The cap was constructed of wool
with a satin liner.
Following is a view of the inside of the cap. The manufacturer and date are stamped on the liner with
black ink. This particular sample is dated 1944. The cap featured here is the enlisted man
summer version.
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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 later models were re-designed to have only one button. The example displayed here is
a two button construction. A close up view of the button can be seen here (Bottom-left).
After the war the German army redesigned all their equipment. However, many components were
maintained from the WWII versions as it can be appreciated on this picture (bottom-right). The
cap on the right is a 1977 German army example.
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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