Bidspirit auction | A West German Bundeswehr Fallschirmjager

A West German Bundeswehr Fallschirmjager Paratrooper Maroon Wool Beret - A bordeaux maroon wool beret, traditional for West German airborne forces, featuring a black leather sweatband around the rim. The front of the headgear is adorned with a silver metal insignia depicting a diving eagle in a diagonal orientation, surrounded by a closed oak leaf wreath. This badge is the specific branch insignia for the Fallschirmjager (Paratroops) of the Federal Republic of Germany. The beret is constructed with a stiffened internal backing for the insignia and the wool shows a dense felted texture. The leather sweatband is stitched to the wool base with black thread and includes a drawstring adjustment. The metal insignia is secured through the wool with metal prongs visible on the reverse side. Height: 12 inches Width: 6 inches.