BW field cap, cold weather, Flecktarn, surplus

6,37 €
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4.8(25)
Product description

This piece of headgear is worn mainly for two reasons - it is very warm and unbelievably ugly.

After rough experience gained in the Second World War the Germans realized that field equipment should be designed with more emphasis on practical functionality, and looks in parades became less important.

The hat is basically a field cap with insulating lining. Flaps on the sides can be lowered to cover the ears and chin. The inside is green imitation fur. Another flap without lining is located under the visor, which can be turned to cover the forehead (or eyes for extra challenge), and a lightly insulated strip can be turned down to protect the ears and back of the head.

The hat is designed to fit under a helmet and does so quite well. In addition to military purposes this serves anyone who rides a bike during cold weather.

Condition

These are in used, but good condition. Genuine German surplus!

Reviews
4.8(25)

Bernd F.

31.07.2022Verified purchase
A very well made cap. Over-engineered in the traditional, German way. Should keep my ears warm after haircuts, even in the most harsh Australian winter. "My" size wasn't available to I bought one next size up. Loose fit after a haircut but it won't blow off in a storm and leaves room for plumage before the next shearing in about 4 months. Label inside the cap says dry-clean only. Absurd IMHO for a piece of field equipment. If it'd said NO PRESSURE WASH, I'd agree. Warm "hand wash" with hair shampoo freshened up the fabric nicely and replaced the quartermaster store odour with that of an apple orchard.

Andrew K.

17.05.2022Verified purchase
Ugly but great looking in all the best ways, like the A-10. You know it works well. I want to buy another one of these just in case I lose mine somewhere. So many different "levels" of wearing it, whether it's cold AF out or just slightly chilly, there's a way to wear it to keep you warm but not too hot.

Matt M.

16.01.2022Verified purchase
Helped me survive an extremely poorly planned duck hunt, my hands (and feet) were so weak from being frozen I couldn't even press the power button on my phone but at least my head wasn't too horrible.