Pre-WWI Feldmutze - What branch?

[Collector5516]

I am looking for information on this feldmutze before listing it for sale. I assume it is pre-WWI but am not sure what branch would have worn this. I read somewhere that the red piping along the top was standard for all branches so I assume the cockades indicate the type of unit. Your help is appreciated!

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[Chip M]

The red band and piping are standard for infantry units, but there are other possibilities. The state cockade is for Württemberg. The cap may be a reproduction. At best, it is private purchase piece. The lining and sweatband are not what you would expect to see.

Chip

[Collector5516]

Hi Chip,

The lining does look different than other examples I found on the web. I took a black light to it and nothing glowed. Anyone else have thoughts on originality?

[Robert Shoaf]

That interior screams repro to me. Also, the red top piping is NOT common to all branches. For example, many cavalry regiments would have a wide range of piping colors; yellow, white, black, crimson, etc.
Check out the website, The Kaiser's Bunker; it is a gold mine of valuable information.

Bob Shoaf

[Hoss]

Been burning my eyes trying to check the piping looks like it was squeezed from a toothpaste tube,. that is usually a sign of a copy even an individual's made piece.

Eric