After several hours of searching references I'm no more knowledgeable on the subject. I know Jasta 6 had a Field modified rectangular design vs. the more common circular one but that seems the only solid statement on the topic. I have profiles in pretty solid reference pubs by numerous good artists that conflict, in one case three different configurations for the same aircraft! Specifically can anyone provide info on:
- were they used on only certain batches of the aircraft? Photos seem to indicate that some didn't have them .......
- were they always installed on both sides of the nose and, if so, did some have one of each shape?
- Can anyone confirm which, if any, were installed on Manfred von Richthofen's 425/17? (As a further bonus, can anyone confirm the said configuration of Lothar's DR.1 454/17?)
Any/all inputs appreciated, before this bout of AMS sends me running naked and screaming into the cold night of the Great White North!!
Cheers,
Lance