Original Vintage US Army M-1951 Field Cap (Dated March 15, 1956) — Size 7
Up for sale is an authentic, original US Military cold-weather field cap model M-1951 (Cap, Field, Cotton, M-1951) produced under official Quartermaster contract during the early Cold War era.
This model features fold-down ear and neck flaps lined with 80% wool / 20% cotton flannel for cold-weather protection. The flaps fold neatly inside the crown for standard wear. Designed to be worn on its own or comfortably underneath an M1 steel helmet liner.
Contract Stamp Details (Clear and fully legible):
- Item: CAP, FIELD, COTTON, W/R POPLIN, O.G. / CAP, FIELD, COTTON, M-1951
- Contractor: WALDMAN MFG. CO., INC.
- Contract No.: QM-7524, 15 MAR. 1956
- Specification: MIL-C-1911B
- Pattern Date: 11 AUG. 1950
- Stock No. (FSN): 8405-268-8011
- Depot: P. QM. D. (Philadelphia Quartermaster Depot)
- Earlap Lining: 80% Wool / 20% Cotton
Sizing & Exact Measurements:
- Measured with a professional hat caliber/sizer:
- With earflaps folded inside: 55.5 cm (approx. 21.85 inches) — fits as a snug Size 7.
- With earflaps unfolded (crown only): True 56.0 cm (approx. 22.0 inches / standard US Size 7).
Great vintage collectible condition for a piece that is nearly 70 years old. The cotton poplin shell is sturdy, stitching is tight, and there are no tears, holes, or moth damage to the wool flannel lining. The inner white contract stamp is exceptionally clean, complete, and easy to read.
Note on vintage condition: Time takes its toll — this is a genuine 1950s military surplus artifact, so minor signs of age, natural patina, and small faint spots/storage marks are present on the fabric. Please inspect all photos carefully, as they are an essential part of the description and show the exact condition of the cap.
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