Original U.S. WWII US Naval Aviator Pilots Wings Grouping - 2 Items MG 42 Ammo Storage The M43 Einheitsmütze (Unit Cap)

The M43 Einheitsmütze (Unit Cap) is a variety of "Ski Cap" and was based on the Bergmütze (Mountain Hat) used by Austrian and German Gebirgsjäger (Mountain Troops) during WWI

This typical design has a cruciform hilt/guard with huge broad blades

which makes it a very attractive example

where it would have been attached to the uniform

Original U.S. WWII US Naval Aviator Pilots Wings Grouping - 2 Items MG 42 Ammo Storage The M43 Einheitsmütze (Unit Cap)Original Items: Only One Lot of 2 Available. A United States Aviator Badge refers to three types of aviation badges issued by the United States Armed Forces, those being for Air Force, Army, and Naval (to include Marine and Coast Guard) aviation. Air Force and Army Aviator Badges are issued in three ratings: Basic, Senior, and Command (Air Force) Master (Army). The higher degrees are denoted by a star or star with a wreath above the badge. Air Force