Original Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice "salty" service worn example of a German WWII Kriegsmarine Navy M38 Overseas cap (Schiffchen), as worn NCO ranks. The overseas cap, nicknamed in German military slang as Schiffchen, or literally "little ship" as it resembled an up-turned row-boat, was standard issue for Warrant and Petty officer NCO ranks.

The cap is constructed of a navy blue wool exterior, and features machine BeVo embroidered bullion eagle and metal tri-color cockade emblems attached to the front. The interior is a black rayon / cotton blend, and is in good condition. There are no markings on the interior of the cap, which seems to be about a size 56cm.

Condition of the cap is good, showing wear and staining on the exterior consistent with long service. This has removed some of the fuzzy "nap" of the wool fabric, and also faded the color somewhat. The interior shows some staining and wear, as well as past repairs. There also look to be some rust stains, so it may have gotten wet during service, and was then hung on something metal to dry.

A very nice "salty" service worn Kriegsmarine NCO cap, ready to add to your collection!