Slovakia, I Republic. A Slovakian Army Auxiliary’s M43-Style Field Cap United Republic of dual slider

dual slider

was mobilized for service with the 2nd Field Artillery Brigade

scuffed on the bottom

wreath and structure of the crown in gilt metal

by Eickhorn (blade marked CARL EICKHORN

Slovakia, I Republic. A Slovakian Army Auxiliary’s M43-Style Field Cap United Republic of dual sliderA well preserved Slovakian Army Auxiliarys M43 style field cap, constructed of earth brown wool. It is fully surrounded by fold down side panels, scalloped at the front, providing optional ear and neck protection to the wearer. When not in use, the panels are rolled up and secured in place at the front with a single zink button emanating from the right panel, which meets a reinforced buttonhole on the left panel. Completing the exterior features is a