I have the possibility of picking up a M-42 cap with T-insignia and grey artificial silk lining. It's been in the same collection for 25+ years. Since it appears that M-42 caps were not produced in large numbers, and I haven't seen or handled any, would the maker Albert Kempt be valid ??? Would it be possible for someone to post any period pics or pics of an actual cap so I can study the details on what to look for to make sure that sure that the one I'm being offered is legit. Does any one know how many makers produced M-42 caps ?
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Thanks Lenny, two nice caps for sure!Comment
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I believe the maker is Albert Kempf.Comment
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Yes, sorry, you are right, my mistake , it's Albert Kempf, Mutzenfabrik, W. RONSDORF, M 42 in blue ink in a box outline. size 53. Is this a known maker of M-42 caps ?Originally posted by OSS View PostComment
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Yes,certainly a maker during the TR but probably more known for making hats after the war..I think they are still in business today.
Your hat sounds like it is probably OK .
Glenn"A Man's Got to Know His Limitations"Comment
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Exactly! same as, just the size is different. Thanks for posting it. Does your's have tan coloured thread stitched button holes?Originally posted by derka View PostYes.
derkaComment
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Albert Kempf, Mutzenfabrik, W. Ronsdorf also known by the trade name Alkero , ie Al (bert) K (empf) Ro(nsdorf).
Exactly, they're still in business today , but M42 caps haven't been in their inventory since a long time.
MPComment
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It is not mine, i just keep few pics of it in my files, a modified M42 sidecap with added bill.Originally posted by helmet guy View Post
Best i can get about its button holes :
derkaComment
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Thanks Derka, you have been a great help.Comment
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