WW2 German Army Infantry NCOs M43 Field Blouse

A German infantry NCOs M43 combat tunic with white piped shoulder boards & ink stamp to the uniform maker 'E.REITZ' based in German occupied Belgium.
The M43 model of tunic was an economical simplification of those before it with a new six button closure required due to the lesser quality wool used in its construction. None of the pockets have central pleats with only early M43 tunics having pointed flaps as seen here. Collar litzen are of the universal pattern & are WW2 original stitched to the tunic with thread matching that of the NCO tresse so collar applied upon his promotion. Breast eagle is Bevo grey on green & although not factory machine stitched it is neatly hand applied & may well be a wartime replacement . Medal loops have been applied above the left breast pocket with loops for two combat awards on the pocket. The rayon lining is indicative of midwar manufacture with dice style size markings & the manufacturer stamp for 'E.REITZ' of Antwerp , Belgium. All three of tis pressed paper collar buttons are intact to hold the collar liner with all four of its belt hook web equipment tabs still present.
In overall excellent condition & coming complete with shoulderboards there is very light hardly noticeable moth tracking & several tiny pinprick holes to lower right pocket & lower right sleeve , please see images .

Code: 11487