Rare Named Pre RZM Period SA Kepi

RARE PRE-RZM SA COMBAT KEPI – NAMED TO "CHRIS. BRAUN"100% Factory-Original Private-Purchase Masterpiece with Complete ProvenanceChronological History & ConfigurationThis museum-grade, private-purchase SA Kepi represents an extraordinarily rare, untouched survivor from the early Kampfzeit (Struggle Period, circa 1931–1933), produced well before the strict establishment and stabilization of the RZM.Constructed from early light brown cotton twill, this textbook cap completely omits any colored wool sector band, identifying it strictly as an early production piece. The front features the rare, massive 1st Pattern Political Eagle, properly looking to its right (viewer's left). The eagle is executed in heavy tombak/brass with an outstanding pre-war patina. Directly beneath the eagle sits a pristine, bright nickel-plated pebbled button, crisply maker-marked "S & V" on the reverse side. The dark brown two-piece leather chinstrap remains 100% complete and fully original to the cap, held tightly by its correct early side buttons.Advanced Interior & Forensic AnalysisThe interior of this small-sized (Weite 54) Kepi provides absolute, irrefutable forensic proof of its unmanipulated, factory-original state:Insulated Construction: The side walls are lined with a rugged, period-typical ribbed linen fabric, transitioning at the crown into a highly distinct, treated/oiled orange water-resistant fabric top layer designed for field use.Decal & Eagle Integrity: Crucially, the attachment prongs of the massive tombak eagle are positioned securely behind the lining fabric, proving the insignia was installed during the manufacturing process and has never been altered or replaced.Pre-RZM Labeling: Affixed to the interior is the ultra-rare, early rectangular paper manufacturer's label featuring a distinct blue border, with the specific "Art. Nummer" and size "54" meticulously filled in by contemporary period pencil.Sweatband Condition: The early thin brown leather sweatband remains 100% complete and intact, still retaining its original metal reinforcement staple where the ends meet. For absolute transparency, it must be noted that the sweatband is slightly loose from the stitching along the front section, though it remains entirely complete and structurally stable.Wartime Provenance: Adding immense historical depth and research potential, the original SA owner's name—"Chr. Braun" (Christian / Christoph Braun)—is clearly legibly written in period ink directly onto the linen lining.Overall ConditionAn absolute stellar, untouched museum piece in outstanding overall condition. The cotton twill fabric remains clean with only minor, honest period wear, completely free of modern restoration. A flawless, certified centerpiece for the most advanced collector of early political and SA history.