*British Army, Royal Hussars Brown Beret, Size 59, Nato Stock No: 8405-99-122-3172*
Marked 59, 8405-99-122-3172, CT33b/5895, Dry Clean Only A, 60, Beret Shaping (Instructions follow).
Nato Stock No: 8405-99-122-3172 is referenced on page 15 of "Defence Clothing Catalogue, Section 3-9: DMC CF Tri-Service Headwear - "Beret, Man's, Royal Hussars. Brown. Wool Knitted."
The CT reference suggests that this beret was made by Compton Webb™ (originally J Compton & Sons). They were founded in 1899 and rapidly earned a reputation for high quality military headwear and clothing. One of their earliest contracts was for the provision of the Service Dress Cap both before and during WW1.
Leather trim and tie.
*Condition*
Good used condition. Minor moth damage. Please see photographs as part of the condition report.
