USAAF WW2 C1 Survival Sun Hat which were often replaced by

which were often replaced by the Army

with an Intruder graphic

This is in lovely condition and seems to only have been used very lightly

and maybe the most desirable Nike print

Shoulder to shoulder 16"

USAAF WW2 C1 Survival Sun Hat which were often replaced byOne of the most in demand vintage items, and one of the hardest to find. These awesome hats were issued as part of the C1 survival vest kit toward the end of the war, and this pattern would go on to be used into the 90s. The theory was they could be worn green side out when a pilot had been shot down in enemy territory, and when a rescue chopper approached it could be switched to orange to increase visibility and make it easier for the rescue team to