Original U.S. WWII USAAF Type B-1 Summer Flying Cap by ZIP-A-BAG - Size 7 1/8 Manufacture Type_New Made Items in September and October 1943

in September and October 1943

and the US designation system at time which label arms with "Model of Year"

Item F13 as shown in picture

All parts complete with "flame cut" demilled receiver to BATF specs ready to rebuild into non-firing display piece

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Original U.S. WWII USAAF Type B-1 Summer Flying Cap by ZIP-A-BAG - Size 7 1/8 Manufacture Type_New Made Items in September and October 1943Original Item: One of a kind. First issued early in WW2, the Type B 1 Summer Flying Cap saw service in Africa, Europe and the Pacific. It was popular among pilots and ground crew alike, as it was made of breathable fabric, had a slightly longer brim and a more comfortable fit, as it fits lower in the back than most modern baseball caps. The top is made of 4 panels, so it does not need a central "button" like many caps. This example is in excellent