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Jeep cap

Post by nick peters » Tue Mar 07, 2017 1:11 pm

Hello Everyone
Do any of you have an opinion on any company who make the closest repro jeep cap? When compared against an original.!
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Re: Jeep cap

Post by Joe Gopan » Tue Mar 07, 2017 4:34 pm

I like the one's on ebay that are represented as Gov't Spec made of wool for $14.95. They appear to be same as the WWII one I have worn since the 50's.
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Re: Jeep cap

Post by Myers » Tue Mar 07, 2017 4:47 pm

WWII Impressions makes the most accurate reproduction.

Generally speaking, I've found that vehicle forums are not the best place to ask for advice on accurate uniforms/gear etc. Many guys pour tens of thousands of dollars into original parts and research for their vehicles, and then dress up in the elcheapo uniforms.
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Re: Jeep cap

Post by nick peters » Wed Mar 15, 2017 12:04 am

Hello Guys
Thanks for your replys :)
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Re: Jeep cap

Post by chibobber » Wed Mar 22, 2017 12:11 pm

J.Murray helmets catalogs one for $15.00.


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