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Old 20-09-13, 08:52 AM
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Hello Gents,

Here is a green beret for sale on eb.fr ... I have a bad feeling with it: color, markings ...


http://www.ebay.fr/itm/Beret-Vert-WW...item232fcd1834

What is your opinion ??

Best regards .. Herve
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Old 20-09-13, 09:56 AM
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Kangol introduced this manufacturer's stamp around 1950; also note the artificial leather sweatband which is never found on WW2 berets.
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Old 20-09-13, 12:35 PM
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Hello Luc,
Thanks for your fast reply ...
So maybe a "1948" supernaturally changed in "1943" ...
Best regards .. Herve
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Old 20-09-13, 01:09 PM
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Hello Herve,

That beret is definitely post-war with that style of Kangol maker mark. Someone has taken the time to ‘improve’ the year in order to deceive others.

Save your money.

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Old 20-09-13, 02:11 PM
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It was changed either in 1949 or 1950; in 1948 the old style was still in use.

I don't suppose anyone has a 1949 Kangol stamp to share?
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Old 20-09-13, 06:24 PM
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Luc,

Sorry, this is all I can find at the moment. However, I do agree with your comments.

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Old 20-09-13, 10:45 PM
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This is my own 1944 issue........OK I know it's black!
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Old 21-09-13, 04:40 PM
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Hello Gents,
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