560 | 6853 A named M1910 Prussian Field-Grey Commander’s Tunic of Infantry Regiment 42 (Major von Hackewitz) An exceptionally attractive and historically significant M1910 Prussian field-grey commander’s tunic belonging to Major von Hackewitz, commander of Infantry Regiment Nr. 42 during the opening phase of the First World War. The tunic is constructed of high-quality field-grey wool and features a stand collar with red piping continuing along the front placket, Brandenburg cuffs, and the rear skirts, all executed in the classic pre-war officer style. The buttonhole retains traces of thread from the former attachment of the 1914 Iron Cross, Second Class ribbon, while the upper left breast displays six loops intended for a ribbon or medal bar. A further set of loops on the lower left breast was used for the attachment of badges or orders. The tunic is fitted with slip-on shoulder boards composed of interwoven bright silver/aluminum Russian braiding with black flecking, each mounted on white wool Waffenfarbe bases and bearing double giltwashed stamped alloy rank pips and regimental numerals “42.” The boards are secured with bronze-coloured pebbled buttons bearing the Prussian crown, matching the full set of original Prussian crowned pebbled buttons present on the tunic. The interior is lined in green silk, typical of privately tailored officer garments. Inside the pocket is a tailor’s label reading “C.H. Busch, Hoflieferant”, along with the handwritten name of the commander, Major von Hackewitz, confirming the tunic’s ownership. The exterior displays light spotting and minor traces of moth damage, consistent with age. The interior shows signs of wear, primarily to the lining of the collar, while the remainder remains well preserved. Overall, the tunic presents very cleanly and with excellent display appeal. Accompanying the tunic is a regimental history book, which includes on page 53 a photograph of Oberstleutnant von Hackewitz, shown as commander of the regiment from August 4 to September 26, 1914, wearing what appears to be the same tunic, providing a compelling historical association. A fine and desirable named Imperial German officer’s tunic with documented regimental connection from the opening months of the Great War. USA-Los 6853
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