Original WWII Italian Officer Bustina Field Cap - 17th Infantry Division U.S. Field Gear Barrel internally de-milled (not visibly

Barrel internally de-milled (not visibly obvious) conforms to current US Importation requirements

These helmets are marked on the back with the letters USN in different ways some embossed and some stamped

of whom about seven million became casualties

The crossguards and tang nut are in very good condition throughout with all fittings still having their brightness

839 enemy soldiers killed or captured

Original WWII Italian Officer Bustina Field Cap - 17th Infantry Division U.S. Field Gear Barrel internally de-milled (not visiblyOriginal Item: Only One Available. The "Bustina" field cap was originally introduced in 1933 and was worn by both Army and Fascist militia personnel, with minor variations. This green grey wool field cap features fold down side panels are held together over the crown of the cap by two corresponding hidden snaps. The front visor is in the upright position. To the front is a very fine embroidered gold bullion on dark green felt background Italian Army