Originally posted by Tim OK
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I know that you were thinking of these and I agree, they have no connection with the DAK, apart from being tropical items. This is the reason why I don't collect any tropical caps later than 1942; any of the Brandt, CW or Weissbach sidecaps no matter how scarce the soutache; any felt tropenhelms (which I find to be quite ugly); and don't get me started on 3rd pattern or later tunics (absolutely no interest whatsoever).
The Afrika CT is a different matter but they weren't just awarded to the DAK. They are a very attractive award, as is the Kreta cuff.
Interesting that we only refer to the tropical caps with the M40 etc terms. Tunics and boots continue to be referred to as 1st pattern etc, which I personally prefer.
Take care Tim
Mark
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