Original Item: Only One Available. Black Fur felt with grosgrain ribbon hatband, has two rows of brim stitching indicating a early transitional specimen. This black felt hat became symbolic of the Army on the western frontier and today is one of the most highly prized pieces of military headgear. It has a brim measuring approx 3 wide with the edge sewn with two rows of stitching. The crown measures approx 5″ high. This hat comes complete with an 1880s Gold Cavalry officer hat cord. Interior has a leather sweatband embossed in silver leaf:
REGULATION
U.S. ARMY
HAT
Remains of original paper size label still present. Condition overall is very good, with one moth nip to front ridge of hat with some minor staining and signs of age. An incredibly rare hard to find hat from the Western Frontier!
