Original German WWII National Forestry Service Deutscher Schützenhut Felt Hunting Hat - Size 59 U.S. Marines USMC The the gloss black patent

The the gloss black patent leather components are all in very good condition

with a great finish on all of the metal components

as we found it in the old collection

there were a number of vent holes with grommets on each side

but an actual wartime salesman’s sample

Original German WWII National Forestry Service Deutscher Schützenhut Felt Hunting Hat - Size 59 U.S. Marines USMC The the gloss black patentOriginal Item: Only One Available. During the Pre WWII years in Germany, virtually all aspects of the government fell under control of the NSDAP, and the Forestry service was no exception. Germany has a long tradition of hunting, and has many famous forest areas throughout the country. The government set up an office of forestry to help manage the natural resources. Upon the arrival of the Third Reich, forestry uniforms were outfitted with swas