Rare Cupal Waffen-SS visor cap totenkopf marked RZM 499/41

Rare Cupal Waffen-SS visor cap totenkopf marked RZM 499/41 indicating production by Fritz Zimmermann. This is a early example produced in Cupal. Both prongs are removed to the back of the skull and have been replaced with a clasp which is typical for Norwegian Waffen-SS badges. The pin and the catch are typicall for most if not all Norwegian SS Volunteer badges! This is a rare original example with a interesting period repair to the prongs which only adds to the character of the piece. Hard to upgrade!