Original Imperial German Late 19th Century Prussian Model 1894 1st Foot Guards Grenadiers Mitre Cap Japanese Antique Guns Do not drink any water

Do not drink any water the first day

this example was made by the firm Deschler & Sohn of München (Munich) in Bavaria

but liked by the troops for its relaxed look and functionality

Later in the war the cross was also issued in bronze and blackened zinc

the optics are still usable as intended

Original Imperial German Late 19th Century Prussian Model 1894 1st Foot Guards Grenadiers Mitre Cap Japanese Antique Guns Do not drink any waterOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a fantastic example of a rather difficult to find Prussian M1894 Mitre. This mitre was worn by the 1st and 2nd Battalions of the 1st Guard Regiment of Foot, Grenadiers. Though the cap is well worn and aged, it does appear to be complete, which is a rarity in itself! During the 18th century (and in a few cases the 19th), soldiers designated as grenadiers in various northern European armies wore a mitre