Custom Piece Miniature – German Army (Heer) officer’s grey peaked visor cap (Schirmmütze) from the World War II – 3D Print for LEGO minifigure

This is a custom-made headwear accessory for a toy minifigure, designed to represent a German Army (Heer) officer’s peaked visor cap (Schirmmütze) from the World War II era.

The accessory is colored a standard military field grey (Feldgrau) and accurately captures the distinctive and imposing “saddle” shape of the German service cap, with its high front peak, circular crown, and stiff front visor. While this unadorned version lacks the specific insignia and colored piping (Waffenfarbe) that would denote rank and branch of service, its form is unmistakable.

Historical Background: The Schirmmütze was the standard service and dress cap for officers and Non-Commissioned Officers (NCOs) of the German armed forces (Wehrmacht) during World War II. It was worn in garrisons, on leave, and in formal situations where a steel helmet was not required. The sharp, structured design of the cap was a key part of the German military’s aesthetic, intended to project an image of authority and professionalism. It remains one of the most recognizable pieces of military headwear of the 20th century, synonymous with the image of the German officer.