I can't add anything to the cloth insignia discussion, but I also think that the Skijaeger badge is likely a postwar application. Here's why:
- When the special insignia (cap and sleeve) of the 1. Skijaeger-Brigade/-Division was approved in spring 1944, the first examples fr the cap were fabricated in the field using basic Jaeger oakleaves insignia in combination with a handcrafted brass ski (cut from shell casings). The ski was riveted onto the oakleaves, not pinned separately as in this example. Moreover, it was of a very basic design, certainly not as detailed as the one on the cap in question. There's a thread out that shows a period example.
http://dev.wehrmacht-awards.com/foru...ight=skijaeger
The divisional history notes that these first field-made examples were considered badges of honor by the division's personnel.
The actual issue insignia was stamped in one piece with four integral attachment prongs (also in the thread noted).
Carsten Fries
- When the special insignia (cap and sleeve) of the 1. Skijaeger-Brigade/-Division was approved in spring 1944, the first examples fr the cap were fabricated in the field using basic Jaeger oakleaves insignia in combination with a handcrafted brass ski (cut from shell casings). The ski was riveted onto the oakleaves, not pinned separately as in this example. Moreover, it was of a very basic design, certainly not as detailed as the one on the cap in question. There's a thread out that shows a period example.
http://dev.wehrmacht-awards.com/foru...ight=skijaeger
The divisional history notes that these first field-made examples were considered badges of honor by the division's personnel.
The actual issue insignia was stamped in one piece with four integral attachment prongs (also in the thread noted).
Carsten Fries
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