Original German WWII Afrika Korps Panzer Tank Hauptmann's M43 Tropical Tunic with Felt DAK Cuff Title Price_over $990 so it is a WWII

so it is a WWII produced scabbard

meant to protect the pocket from the grease usually used on the front of the cylinder to prevent chain firing

without the central height adjustment knob

-  This "crush" or "crusher" cap has the classic "bomber pilot" look of a USAAF pilot in Europe

The leather shows wear and age meaning great care must be used when withdrawing the dirk from the scabbard to avoid damage or injury

Original German WWII Afrika Korps Panzer Tank Hauptmann's M43 Tropical Tunic with Felt DAK Cuff Title Price_over $990 so it is a WWIIOriginal Item: One of a kind. In early 1941, the German military began their conquest of southern Europe. Due to the warmer climates of these areas, the German Army needed to equip its troops with a more suitable form of dress, and replace the standard wool based feldgrau uniforms. The new "tropical" uniforms were lighter in weight, and dyed in colors ranging from light tan to dark olive. This 100% authentic German World War Two M43 Heer Tropical