Worn by the sailors of the Royal Navy during the Second World War, this WW2 British Royal Navy Ratings Cap forms the perfect leaping off point for anyone looking to kickstart a naval impression. Designed to mirror the white duck cotton caps issued during the conflict, and coming complete with a fully-functional silk tally strap and tuck-away chinstrap, it should be your first port of call when assembling your uniform.
Key Features
White duck cotton construction, replicating the material used in WW2.
Functional silk tally strap.
Practical chin strap, which can be tucked away when not in use.
Classic round shape.
Description
Our WW2 British Royal Navy Ratings Cap is an essential item for anyone looking to recreate a genuine naval impression. Made from stunning white duck cotton, the hat is based upon those worn by sailors during the Second World War.
The cap features a functional silk tally strap, making it easy to attach a ship tally that signifies the ship a sailor is attached to. For added practicality, the cap comes with a chin strap that can be tucked away when not in use, providing a sharp, polished and professional appearance. Alongside this, the cap features a period-accurate round construction which matches those worn at the time.
All in all, this is a fantastic item that has some real character to it. Whether you’re in the process of building up your reenactment uniform, or just looking for a cool item to add to your historical collection, our cap is ready to transport you back in time.
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