I didn't get to see my gear at Guetersloh 1967 to 1970, except I did have to keep a full set of combats with Met Office badge and name tape for deployment with HQ 1BR Corps, but I was certainly required to check once or twice each tour at JHQ, and there was a LOT to check, even natty brown gloves. Just as well it was held in store because it would have filled an OMQ wardrobe. No solar topee, as I recall.