U.S. NAVY WATCH CAP / WW1 Colour:140 NAVY This tribal pattern was initially

This tribal pattern was initially designed in the United States for civilian use in hunting

The fabric was often made at home

Founded by Wilfred “Wolfie” Cohen

Sold in hardware stores and neighbourhood shops for just a few cents

U.S. NAVY WATCH CAP / WW1 Colour:140 NAVY This tribal pattern was initiallyThe U. S. NAVY WATCH CAP WW1 is a reproduction of a U. S. Navy style believed to date back to the First World War. Knitted from 100% wool, it features a close fitting silhouette and a folded brim with cable knit style detailing, a variation seen on original examples but not formally recorded in uniform regulations. The watch cap has its origins in naval service from the late 19th century, created as a cold weather essential for sailors assigned to