Model 1889 Preußen Garde Ulanen Regt. Nr. 2
Tschapka
 
Model 1889 Preußen Mannschaften (Other Ranks) Tschapka for 2. Garde - Ulanen - Regt., Berlin Garde - Korps. The Tschapka is complete with correct Mannschaften (Other Ranks) Fangschnur (Cords). In 1889 the Tschapka top was reduced in size substantially from the M1867.

The M1889 top now measured on average 20 cm diagonally. An additional modification, was the addition of two holes in the neck to aid in ventilation. As with all helmets in service at the time, this Tschapka was updated with the new Reich's Kokarde in 1897 to be worn on the right side of the Tschako.
 
 
A view of the Preußen Garde Ulanen Regt. Nr. 2 issued Wappen (front plate). This pattern of Wappen in gilt is unique to GUR2.
 
Issued Tschapka carried the same unique liner for the entire life of the Tschapka, from 1843 to 1915.
 
 
A side view of the Model 1889 Tschapka. Note how the back of the helmet is designed so that it curves down around the wearer's skull.
 
The top on a Model 1889 measured on average 20 cm diagonally.
 
An attractive photograph of a young Ulan NCO in a Preußen Garde Ulanen Regt wearing a Garde Ulanen Tschapka.
 
The matching Ulanka, Tschapka and Krätzchen (cap) for Garde-Ulanen-Regt. Nr.2 . The piping and band on the Krätzchen are in the regimental facing color, while the fittings on the Tschapka match the color of the buttons on the Ulanka.

To see the Krätzchen click Here. To see the Ulanka click Here.