Reproduction of the single button version of the German WWII Einheitsfeldmütze. These are typically seen worn by Waffen SS troops with "stacked" insignia, but occasionally one will find a period photo (or original cap) showing them in use with Heer troops.
Aside from the slightly narrower tails that secure the flaps, these caps are otherwise identical to the better known 2 button type.

Our caps are copied from my original, and all proportions and details are all recreated. Made from the same fieldgray wool as the Feldblusen, these caps feature leather visor inserts and cotton twill lining. Our button is a copy of the ceramic type used on various SS uniforms and some caps. (These caps came with a range of button colors and types.) The angle of the cap and the curve of the visor are correctly patterned for a comfortable fit and they characteristic "puff" at the peak.

What's correct for my impression- one or two button front? Both, but the single button type is seen more often in period photos of SS troops, and most surviving originals are also single button. I assume the entire reason for this design was to allow both eagle and skull to fit on the front and be visible.

Insignia: In contrast to most 2 button SS caps, the eagle and skull are both worn on the front of this cap. Yes, some original caps also used the later trapezoid type insignia as well. SS insignia is available here.

The original cap we copied.	Hand sewn insignia- original SS caps can be found with this as well as machine sewn

About Originals: Authentic single button SS M43 caps are easier to find than two button models. Just as with uniforms, they were made various shades of fieldgray wool, both the presumed earlier greenish shades as well as the later grayish ones. Sewing is typically of good quality, and lining can be cotton or cotton twill as well as rayon. A number of different button types can be found on the caps- both urea and ceramic types, which range in color from gray, to teal to brown. Buttonholes can be keyhole or bartack type, with hand sewn ones found from time to time.
Insignia is usually the of the two piece woven type, and is applied either via hand or machine sewing. How it's sewn seems to depend on the manufacturer. As for markings, they are usually faint and difficult to read, even on mint condition caps. Some caps have only a size stamp and others also have a maker name or code (such as "1879") as well. I have never, ever seen "SS BW" in any authentic cap.

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