AUTHENTIC 1985 AIR FORCE DRILL SERGEANT INSTRUCTOR HAT & ORIGINAL BRUSHES – MINT

Description

RARE & VINTAGE – Awarded in 1985 – Authentic Regulation US Air Force Drill Instructor (DI), Drill Sergeant’s “Smokey Bear”, Air Force Blue "Campaign Hat" by STRATTON – Size 6-7/8 with all its Original Accessories (Felt Brush & Soft Comb) – FREE SHIPPING!
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DESCRIPTION:
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This is
an
Authentic and All-Original Vintage Regulation
US Air Force Drill Instructor’s / Drill Sergeant’s Air Force Blue (shade 1571) “Smokey Bear” Campaign Hat and an
Authentic and Original Vintage Felt Brush & Comb
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Known as a “Campaign Hat”, it was made in the USA by Stratton Hat Company Exclusively for the US Air Force and was Awarded in 1985.
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It is a broad-brimmed dark blue felt hat with a high, ventilated crown.  It has the Original Silver Great Seal of the United States emblem affixed to the front with the original screw-back.  The original thin, black leather strap (belt) with original buckle goes around the crown.  An adjustable strap for keeping the hat in the proper position is attached to the belt with clips is also original and also in pristine condition.
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The inside tag reads 6-7/8” which is the men’s hat size (It measures 21” along the inside at the forehead hat-band).  Another tag reads, “F 41, AF 33333”.
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The hat is in outstanding condition with almost no signs of wear.  There is a small smudge on the underside of the brim (see photo).
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The Authentic and Original Vintage Felt Brush & Comb are both still soft & supple.
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The original wood-handled felt brush has the checked-pattern bristles (see photos)distinct for military issue.  The bristles are soft and secure in the wooden handle.
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The finishing comb comfortably fits in your hand and conforms to the hat as it was designed to do; it gently cleans and combs the nap, but does not damage it.
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This hat is Great for Display or an Award Box.  You will have the tools to care for this hat for years to come.
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This is a rare find – an original AF Drill Sergeant’s Hat from the 1980’s with all original parts, original brush and felt comb is extremely, extremely unique!
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CONDITION:
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ALL 3-PIECES ARE VINTAGE – ALL ORIGINAL – PRE-OWNED & OUTSTANDING
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THE HAT, LEATHER STRAPS and EMBLEM are all in OUTSTANDING ORIGINAL CONDITION:
No rips, no tears, no snags, no cuts, no cracks, no bad smells, no pitting, no dents, no bends, no mold, no moth damage, no balding or missing felt, no warping, the stitching is in mint condition, and no repairs – it really is in outstanding condition!
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Buckles and Chin Strap work perfectly
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It is very, very clean – no sweat marks, no writing on the hat, it looks great!
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It rests flat – the brim is not warped at all (see photos)
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Original Felt Brush and Comb are both in mint condition as well.  They are still soft and works perfectly to clean and comb the nap of the felt without damaging it.
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These vintage pieces have been stored in their boxes in a hope-chest for decades!
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Defect:  There is a small smudge on the underside of the brim where it rested on its buckle in the box (see photos).  Also, the buckle on the chin strap has a little tarnish (see photos).
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SIZE:
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Hat Tag:  6-7/8
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Inside Measurement along the inside at the forehead hat band:  21”
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Wood Handle Bristle Brush:  7 ½” (L) x 2” (W)x 1 ½” (H)
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Soft Felt Comb:  5 ½” (L) x 3 ½” (W) x ½” (H)
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OTHER INFORMATION:
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Original Owner – From a Pet-Free and Smoke-Free Home
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Hat, Wood-Handled Brush and Felt Comb all kept in a Climate Controlled Environment –
they have been in their boxes in a hope-chest for decades!
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Review all photos for bidding
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PRICE INCLUDES:  FREE SHIPPING with INSURANCE FOR THE FULL PURCHASE PRICE and TRACKING
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If you have questions, or need additional information/measurements, please feel free to ask; we are here to help.  Thank you for looking.
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