What material is the B-1 Flight Cap made from?
The cap is made from 100% wool gabardine. It comes in a light OD khaki/brown shade. The material is solid and substantial. The cap also features a leather sweatband.
What period does this reproduction cap represent?
This cap is a reproduction of the ubiquitous World War 2 AAF Cap. It is the companion cap to the A-4 Flight Suit. It is seen worn by 20th AF B-29 Crews.
What are the notable construction details of the cap?
The cap features a leather sweatband and a squared visor. The workmanship is described as superb. The material is solid and substantial.
Is the cap suitable for daily wear?
The cap is perfectly good for display or daily wearing. It is well-made and durable. It can be worn for activities like hunting and fishing.
Does the cap include period-correct labelling?
The cap does not include a USAAF Property ink stamp or a WW2 mil spec label. Some original caps had these stamps, while others did not. The cap could be improved with more realistic labelling or tags.
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