@@FoundingRU-vidr-2005 "Self Authenticating" only happens in the event that there is a "Certification" from an authorative body that has no financial interest in the outcome of the certification process. The stories of collectors duped in/by the Third Reich memorabilia industry is going to rival that of the Wine industry.
Unless there is direct documentation, the tunic can only be "attributed" to Field Marshall Rommel. I realize Manfred has passed away, is there any other family documentation?
The Generals tunic is really unappealing -- a luftwaffe tropical style tunic with generals insignia applied. No character. If the photos weren't there nobody would believe it wasn't made up last week. All his comments and praise have to be taken with a grain of salt because he's trying to SELL it to you at top dollar.