Originally Posted by
Fareastdriver
The full crown draped over the ears reminds me of my Bates cap that I bought at South Cerney in 1960. The wimps at MOD banned them a decade later.
When I joined up in 1983, Snaiths at RAFC were selling Bates' hats. And I bought a brand new Bates for my wedding in 1991, and I still wear it to this day for No 1 events. I particularly liked the way it folded down at the sides towards my ears!