Original WWI Era U.S. Army M1902 New York National Guard Officer's Visor Cap by Ridabock & Company - Size 6⅞ Russian Maxim 1910 The heat shield protects the

The heat shield protects the user from being burned by a hot barrel and can also serve as an attachment base for accessories such as sights or sling swivels

as the leather is tied to the original liner supports with twine

There is some of the flag missing

EF60 indicating it was manufactured by Emaillierwerke AG

1st Battalion 5th Marines:

Original WWI Era U.S. Army M1902 New York National Guard Officer's Visor Cap by Ridabock & Company - Size 6⅞ Russian Maxim 1910 The heat shield protects theOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice condition U. S. Army Officer's M1902 visor cap in very dark blue, intended to be worn by Officer's for dress and parade occasions. This example is particularly well made, with the New York officer's front insignia FULLY HAND EMBROIDERED in gold and silver bullion. There are also great General Officers oak leaves and acorns of bullion embroidered on the visor. Some amazing detailing! Officer's caps