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Extremely Rare Surviving WW1-WW2 Era German Officer’s Black Leather Visor Peak Cap, Panzer Motorcycle Company, c. 1930s / 1940s, Authentic Muir Cap with Built-in German Military Insignia Cockade & Metal Snake Chained Chin Strap. Interested parties should submit your offer. This original war era German Officer’s Leather Muir Cap is a remarkable piece of history from Ground Forces Infantry in the early to mid-1930s, represents a significant era pre-WW2. This rare artifact is a prized addition for discerning antiquarians or museum curators seeking exceptional pieces for their exhibits. Crafted by the renowned Muir Cap & Regalia Ltd company, known for their legendary craftsmanship in uniform caps for military and organizations since 1875 in Europe before relocating to Toronto, Canada at the turn of the century. This specific Muir Cap belonged to a WW2 era German (Air Force) Officer serving in the ground force infantry under the Panzer Division, specifically the “General Göring Regiment” Motorcycle Company, a notable military police force likely stationed in Italy leading up to the war. The cap and visor are made of genuine, waxed (Pull-Up), black leather adorned with Muir-issued silver cap buttons and a silver snake chain link expansion strap. The hatband features intricate zig-zag stitching on tanned leather, while the interior is lined with black silk satin. Notably, a diamond-shaped swatch of transparent oil cloth or other water-resistant material from that era is stitched into the crown to protect the cap’s label and lining. Distinctively, the cap features silver wings, wreath & cockade insignia backed by a heavy metal badge or solid metal rectangular backing permanently installed into the peak and sewn into the lining, a characteristic unique to officer’s caps. While the original rank badge and silver bullion are not present, this cap remains a valuable addition to any militaria or collectibles collection due to its historical significance. Made in Canada, this cap is in excellent condition, representing an exceptional opportunity for serious collectors or museum curators aiming to acquire top-tier WW2 German Air Force collectibles and vintage apparel. Please review the photos. The leather displays some wear, scratches, and small areas of surface peeling. The built-in wreath and cockade black and red paint shows typical wear from exposure, which is common for a used military motorcycle officer’s uniform headgear relic; otherwise, it remains in excellent condition. The chin strap looks good but is stiff and should not be fully stretched or pulled. The area of the hat behind the stowed chin strap shows wear from the friction of chain links against the leather, which is expected given the original wearer’s use over years of service. The interior of the cap has some wear but is still in relatively excellent condition. The Muir brand label, located behind an acetate film, has been preserved for decades and remains in near mint condition.

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NOTE: Gun is NOT INCLUDED. It is Pictured to show Fitment. Model 1921 / 400. These are Hard to Find and Extremely Rare in this Condition. Condition: Very Finest Collector Condition. Are of the Actual Item(s) you will receive. I do not use “Stock Photos”. I do not guarantee any items. Really, you don’t need 30 days to decide if it pleases you. We will then leave like Feedback for you.

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Original Swiss Luger m1929 holster w/ shoulder strap in very good condition.

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Swiss Luger holster and strap in very good used condition. Marked as shown in pics. Loose stitching on holster flap corner. What you see is what you get. Have described everything to the best of my ability and is true to my knowledge.

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Stetson M1911 WWI – interwar years, 1930s Officer’s Campaign Hat, four dent, 3in brim, no stitching at brim edge, stars not oak leaf. Chin strap is original but detached on one side. Despite being almost 100 years old, this Stetson is in fantastic condition! The exact age is unknown but the hat has several characteristics that help date it. The brim is 3in wide but does not feature decorative stitch lines around the outer edge, which dates the hat as later than 1919. The Stetson logo has stars in the upper left quadrant, but Stetson changed this to an oak leaf in 1950. The labels also suggest the date, making the 1930s my best estimate!

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Rare Vintage Swedish Army Steel Helmet/ Casque with Insignia, Leather Lining with pads and Chin Strap. Chin Strap, Padding and leather lining is in good shape for the age. It appears to have been repainted but not sure if it was repainted in service or from a collector.

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Canadian British Officers Leather Backed Pith Helmet Chin Scales Strap.

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Optics are coated and very clear with no fogging. Body does show signs of age. Leather strap and case appears original to the binoculars — case in OK but rough shape with the back leather hinge torn so lid is separate.

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VINTAGE WORLD WAR 1 BRASS US ARMY “DOUGHBOY” PARADE HELMET W/ ORIGINAL STRAP & LINER. Wear consistent with age and use. Topside with distressed finish from water and age. Inside underside rim has distressed finish as well – tarnish and green corrosion action on brass. Strap leather with no tears and leather head banding is in great shape as well. Please see all photos as they are part of the description. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\1919-38\Original Period Items”. The seller is “artsandsciences” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped worldwide.

• Original/Reproduction: Original
• Theme: Militaria
• Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
• Modified Item: No

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This is a vintage pair of aviator’s goggles with their aluminum case. The label on the strap is marked: E. The goggles have glass lenses and the bridge piece has an emblem with wings and the logo for American Optical Co. Was told by an ebayer that the mark was used on the goggles till 1929. The strap end hooks were bent slightly to remove them from the goggles. The aluminum case is 8 5/8″ long, 3″ wide and 1 3/4 high. It is marked “Aviator’s Goggle”. Someone had scratched “Simmie” onto the lid. The goggles are missing the inside padding. The item “Antique 1920’s American Optical Flying Goggles & Case with Meyrowitz Strap” is in sale since Tuesday, September 28, 2021. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\1919-38\Original Period Items”. The seller is “pshada52″ and is located in Plymouth, Nebraska. This item can be shipped to United States.

• Modified Item: No
• Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
• Theme: Militaria
• Original/Reproduction: Original
• Time Period Manufactured: 1919-38

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