Field Cap
The cap is intended for use in field and garrison environments found in various climate zones.
Materials Used
The cap is made of a wind resistant cotton poplin cloth (later replaced by cotton/nylon cloth conforming to MIL-C-3924). The earflap lining is made of wool/cotton flannel cloth (later replaced by wool/nylon flannel cloth).
Description of Item
The visor style cap has a circular top crown and retractable earflaps. It is self-lined except for the flannel-lined earflaps.
Specifications
MIL-C-1911, superseded by A-A-55312.
National Stock Numbers
| Olive Green 107 | Woodland Camouflage | |
|---|---|---|
| 6 3/8 | 8415-01-134-3175 | |
| 6 1/2 | 8415-01-084-1683 | |
| 6 5/8 | 8415-01-134-3176 | |
| 6 3/4 | 8415-01-084-1684 | |
| 6 7/8 | 8415-01-134-3177 | |
| 7 | FSN 8405-268-8011 | 8415-01-084-1685 |
| 7 1/8 | 8415-01-134-3178 | |
| 7 1/4 | FSN 8405-268-8012 | 8415-01-084-1686 |
| 7 3/8 | 8415-01-134-3179 | |
| 7 1/2 | 8415-01-084-1687 | |
| 7 5/8 | 8415-01-134-3180 | |
| 7 3/4 | 8415-01-084-1688 | |
| 7 7/8 | 8415-01-431-8924 | |
| 8 | 8415-01-431-8926 |
References
- Laundering Characteristics of Environmental Headgear. October 1959. [pdf]