Physical description

The Slouch hat (also known as a Hat KFF, or Hat Khaki Fur Felt) is worn as the standard ceremonial headress for all members of the army, except those belonging to units or corps that have an official headress, e.g., some units wear a beret. As such, it is treated with the utmost care and respect. The Grade 1 Slouch hat is worn with a seven band puggaree, said to represent the six states and the territories of Australia..
This broad brimmed hat has a navy colored puggaree, and a plastic, circular badge for RAN comprinsing crown atop a 30mm diameter circle cotaining an anchor & rope.

Inscriptions & markings

The hat (Hat KFF) has a brand marking on the internal leather brim;
AKUBRA 1991
56 (nb size)
Made in Australia
The navy blue puggaree has a label on the inside;
ABI
vic 1992
8405-66-126-4453
The puggaree has a notation of the wearer;
BAQUIREZA