Original WWII Italian Second Lieutenant Bustina Field Cap - Motor Transport German Edged Weapons Culloden in 1804 sailing under

Culloden in 1804 sailing under Sir Edward Pellew who appointed Hawtayne Commander in 1806 and Captain in 1807

Please see Ian Skennwerton's wonderful book "THE LEE ENFIELD" (Available from IMA separately)

The interior of the helmet still has an aged Luftwaffe blue/grey painted finish

Hand to Hand Combat

Original WWII Italian Second Lieutenant Bustina Field Cap - Motor Transport German Edged Weapons Culloden in 1804 sailing underOriginal Item: Only One Available. The "Bustina" field cap was originally introduced in 1933 and was worn by both Army and Fascist militia personnel, with minor variations. This green wool field cap features fold down side panels are held to the crown of the cap by a corresponding hidden snap. The front visor is in the upright position. To the front is a very fine embroidered bullion Motor Transport insignia. Also, on the left side is single gold star