POLKOVNIK-GENERAL Well worn, still very nice parade uniform, model 55, for a colonel-general of the infantry. The uniform set has jacket, breeches, visor cap and belt. The uniform dates from about 1955 and has several holes from the awards that the owner had recieved; both screwback awards and medals. It is likely that the awards has been moved around on the uniform when new awards have been earned as some holes are close to each other. The lining has some repairs and shows sign of usage and wear - just as it should be for a uniform of this kind.
The shoulderboards feature three large stars which has oxidized a bit. The same goes for the collar embroidery, being a uniform made from the same techniques and matherials as the M/45 uniforms but with a thread mix, the wear and oxidization pattern on the collar is quite interesting. This pattern is only present on the collar - the sleeve embroideries do not have this. The buttons have 16 republics (1946-1956) on the state seal.
The visor cap matches the uniform but does interestingly have the older side buttons with 11 republics (not 16 as was the number of Soviet states in 1955). The size of the visor cap is 56 and the factory markings are clearly visible on the inside. The cap has retained its good shape and has the correct two-piece cocarde.
The belt is a standard issue generals/marshals belt of post-1956 type with light blue backing. The belt is in good condition.
The size of the uniform is 52 for trousers and breeches and the cap is 56 as mentioned above. In US sizes this is 42 for uniform and 7 for the visor cap.
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