Original U.S. Late 19th Century Kepi by Browning King & Co of Chicago with Fire Department Buttons MP 44 rear sight

rear sight

The major difference between the two is that while in formation

This is where a SAGEO (sword cord) would be inserted to secure the saya to the obi when in traditional Japanese dress

making this a very rare WWII insignia patch

from whom IMA has acquired it

Original U.S. Late 19th Century Kepi by Browning King & Co of Chicago with Fire Department Buttons MP 44 rear sightOriginal Item: Only One Available. This a nice totally genuine United States kepi used during the very end of Indian Wars or during the outset of the Spanish American War. This Kepi features fabric of dark blue wool broadcloth. The crown stands 3" high. The cap's interior is lined with scarlet fabric with maker name and logo that reads Browning King & Co. Cap has a leather 2" wide leather sweatband. The gilt chinstrap is held in place by two gilt FD