Original WWII Italian Officer Captain’s Bustina Field Cap - 1st Sapper Regiment
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Original Item: Only One Available. The "Bustina" field cap was originally introduced in 1933 and was worn by both Army and Fascist militia personnel, with minor variations.
This green grey wool field cap features fold down side panels that are held together over the crown of the cap by two corresponding hidden snaps. The front visor is in the upright position. To the front is a very fine embroidered bullion Italian Army cap insignia with a brass 1 in the middle with axes below, for the 1st Sapper Regiment. Also, on the left side are 2 embroidered gold bullion rank badges denoting the rank of Captain.
The interior is fully lined in a purple rayon/silk with a wide leather sweatband. There are no markings we could find. Size is approximately US 6 3/4 (54cm).
A great example, ready for further research and display.
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