Austro-Hungarian Hussar Cap

[klr]

I thinks this is a Austro-Hungarian EM Cap for Husser. I found an Officer example in another thread searching the FJI insignia. Thanks for any additional information. Kirby

[klr]

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[Brian Calkins]

Kirby,
This type of cap was the "undress" cap worn by all branches of Austro-Hungarian cavalry (hussars, lancers, dragoons) from the 1890's right up to the end of WWI. It would not have been worn in the field past early 1915. It was called a "lagerkappe", meaning camp cap. It looks to be in pretty good condition and is a tailor made, private purchase piece. Even though enlisted men were issued regulation uniforms, many chose to purchase their own tailor made uniforms as a social status symbol. Nice find!
Brian

[Robert Shoaf]

A great find, especially in this condition. As previously stated, this cap was worn by all cavalry units of the KuK Heer.

Bob Shoaf

[klr]

Thanks for the info on the cap. I was starting to think there was no interest in Austro-Hungarian items. I sold a buckle a few years ago a it brought far more than I think it was woth. Thanks again Kirby

[Robert Shoaf]

Personally, I am very interested in Austro-Hungarian items, especially headgear. It's out there, but nowhere near as numerous as Imperial German items.
Nice headgear still commands a good price, especially cavalry full dress pieces.
One of my goals is to acquire a nice dragoon officer's helmet. They are not cheap, but much less than an Imperial German kurassier helmet.

Bob Shoaf

[peterm]

Best condition for this item !!!

Kind regards, Peter