Hat, Felt RAAF, 1940

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,.

it has a RAAF badge. The chinstrap is broken.
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Inscriptions & markings

On internal leather lining;
JOHN BARDSLEY & SONS PTY LTD
SIZE 6 7/8
1940
The puggaree has the name of;
RAAF
A3605O8
FRASER, K I

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