Jun 3, 2013 · As a result, there is almost invariably dizzying array of subtle differences between items of the same "pattern." Also, FWIW, Dirty Billy's pattern 1872 kepi costs $25 more than Superior's. Also, Greg Starbuck unfortunately doesn't …

Jun 3, 2013 · Civil War Forage Caps: A Review of Major Sutlers Ever since I was a kid, I have been fascinated by the Civil War forage cap, or bummer. Often erroneously called a kepi, the forage cap is distinguished by the taller crown and lack of a prominent welt around the crown disc’s top edge. This...

Jun 3, 2013 · The main characteristic of an Indian Wars kepi is that it tends to have a short crown. This causes the hat ride high on the head, giving the wearer the impression that it's going to slide off.

Oct 11, 2014 · A brief historical background: Iran from 1921-41 under the rule of Reza Shah Pahlavi (father of the last Shah) was modernized along European lines, including dress. In 1927 men's traditional dress was abolished and Western clothing made mandatory. Traditional headdress was replaced until 1935 with a black/grey kepi-type peaked hat.

Feb 1, 2021 · Does anyone know what type of cap Bogart is wearing in The African Queen? It has the look of a skipper, but the fit is tight to his head like a WWII A3 cap, and it has the black leather brim like a skipper, but with more of a vintage baseball brim …

Aug 8, 2006 · Glad to hear you're okay with the hat. Looking forward to some more pictures of you wearing it. Planning on modifying the crown? Or did it come open crowned? Is your kepi coming from Dirty Billy's? Officer or enlisted? Dean

Aug 12, 2006 · Actually the typical Legionnaires kit from the Rif was would have consisted of the Mle1914 kepi (or even pith helmet), the Mle1920 Capote or greatcoat, and white drill culottes and chemise.

Aug 20, 2013 · Some of us were expressing significant interest in a cap very much of this style on another thread last week, then a few days ago I noticed this in my Facebook feed. might be an option? Listed currently as a "concept", but if there were a …

Aug 8, 2006 · Being non American I've had little contact with genuine U.S Cavalry or Civil War Kepi's / hats so post away. A while ago I scoured the net looking for pics of Major Allan Wilson and the Shangani Patrol from British South Africa [Rhodesia] best I could get...

Jun 16, 2013 · I'm calling the hat style I'm looking for the "Little Joe Cartwright" hat just to give everyone a common visual. I have searched a couple dozen hat vendor websites and no one seems to make this style hat anymore. I located a place that makes an actual reproduction...