Original U.S. Indian Wars Model 1889 Black Campaign Hat by Conqueror German Uniforms Commander-in-chief (C-in-C) of the AEF

Commander-in-chief (C-in-C) of the AEF on the Western Front

The blade is the heavy bolo style

which is also very hard to find today

Appearance and dimensions vary slightly

The tape had been advertised as waterproof

Original U.S. Indian Wars Model 1889 Black Campaign Hat by Conqueror German Uniforms Commander-in-chief (C-in-C) of the AEFOriginal Item: Only One Available. Black Fur felt with grosgrain ribbon hatband, has three rows of brim stitching indicating a classic Model 1889 specimen. This black felt hat became symbolic of the Army on the western frontier and today is one of the most highly prized pieces of military headgear. It has a brim measuring approx 3 wide. The crown measures approx 5 high. This hat comes complete with a model 1889 Gold Cavalry officer hat cord complete