M1951 Field Cap
Materials Used
The cap is a cotton and nylon blend. The earflap lining is made of wool and nylon flannel.
Concept of Use
The cap is intended for use in field and garrison environments found in various climate zones.
Description of Item
The visor style cap has a circular top crown and retractable earflaps. It is self-lined except for the flannel-lined earflaps. The cap has a woodland camouflage pattern and the earflap lining is olive green.
Specifications
MIL-C-1911, superseded by A-A-55312.National Stock Numbers
| Olive Green 107 | Woodland Camouflage | |
|---|---|---|
| 6 3/8 | 8415-01-134-3175 | |
| 6 1/2 | 8415-01-084-1683 | |
| 6 5/8 | 8415-01-134-3176 | |
| 6 3/4 | 8415-01-084-1684 | |
| 6 7/8 | 8415-01-134-3177 | |
| 7 | FSN 8405-268-8011 | 8415-01-084-1685 |
| 7 1/8 | 8415-01-134-3178 | |
| 7 1/4 | FSN 8405-268-8012 | 8415-01-084-1686 |
| 7 3/8 | 8415-01-134-3179 | |
| 7 1/2 | 8415-01-084-1687 | |
| 7 5/8 | 8415-01-134-3180 | |
| 7 3/4 | 8415-01-084-1688 | |
| 7 7/8 | 8415-01-431-8924 | |
| 8 | 8415-01-431-8926 |
References
- Use and Care of the Extended Cold Weather Clothing System.[pdf]
- Laundering Characteristics of Environmental Headgear.[pdf]
- http://assist.daps.dla.mil/quicksearch/basic_profile.cfm?ident_number=3073
- http://assist.daps.dla.mil/quicksearch/basic_profile.cfm?ident_number=202098
- http://www.olive-drab.com/od_soldiers_clothing_m1951_cap_field.php