Original French WWI Era Model 1886 Officers 51st Infantry Regiment Kepi Japanese Army 1941 and served honorably until

1941 and served honorably until July 26

with the correct original scabbard

We were responsible for killing and/or putting out of action against our troops many of the enemy

with the bright finish faded on the hilt to an oxidized

were combat veterans fresh from the bloody air war over Guadalcanal

Original French WWI Era Model 1886 Officers 51st Infantry Regiment Kepi Japanese Army 1941 and served honorably untilOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a nice World War One era French Infantry Model 1886 kepi in good condition. This is the lower height style kepi they first started using after phasing out the floppy or "bummer" type kepis. This style was only worn for a short time during WWI into the early 1920's. This example is a high quality kepi, most likely a private purchase. Interior has a leather sweatband and no manufacturers markings present. Size