Vintage Mountcastle Australian Slouch Hat - Pure Fur Felt - Duww2 Australian For Sale

Vintage Mountcastle Australian Slouch Hat - Pure Fur Felt - Duww2 Australian
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Vintage Mountcastle Australian Slouch Hat - Pure Fur Felt - Duww2 Australian:
$85.00

  • Country/Region of Manufacture: Australia
  • Manufacturer: Mountcastle Pty., Ltd. (South Brisbane)
  • Material: 100% Pure Fur Felt
  • Size: 58 cm (7 1/8)
  • Era: Post-WWII / Late 20th Century
  • Theme: Militaria / Australian Military Forces
Full Description:Up for sale is a highly attractive, vintage Australian Military Forces Slouch Hat manufactured by the renowned military contractor Mountcastle Pty., Ltd. of South Brisbane, Australia. Crafted from 100% pure fur felt in a classic khaki/olive drab hue, this hat displays beautifully and makes an excellent addition to any military or international headwear collection.Key Features & Insignia:
  • Branding: Features the authentic blue satin Mountcastle inner crown label adorned with the Prince of Wales crest.
  • Side Badge: Fitted with a bright brass post-1953 Queen Elizabeth II era "Rising Sun" Australian Military Forces badge securing the folded brim.
  • Front Badge: Features a detailed Royal Australian Army Service Corps (RAASC) cap badge with the central "ER" cypher.
  • Accents: Wrapped in a traditional multi-fold fabric puggaree band, accented with a vibrant peacock feather tucked into the side.
  • Chinstrap: Includes the original brown leather two-piece chinstrap with metal hardware.
Condition Report (Please Read Carefully):
  • Exterior: Excellent vintage condition. The fur felt is clean, structurally sound, and shows no signs of common moth damage, heavy staining, or warping. The brim binding is intact. Both brass badges are bright and free of heavy oxidation.
  • Interior: The inner satin crown patch is fully intact and legible. PLEASE NOTE: The inner synthetic leather/vinyl sweatband is experiencing typical age-related dry rot, flaking, and severe peeling (as pictured). Pieces of the synthetic coating will shed upon handling. It is highly recommended for static display rather than regular active wear due to the condition of this band.
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