More Cap Madness

[VanHook]

Thanks! What did you use for the bills on the sqaudron caps and the A-3. I have a worn out eastman A-3 that I would like to use as a pattern to make a new one. Trying to source materials.
Thanks for sharing!
Chad

 

[dmar836]

The original A-3s used multiple layers of canvas/duck cloth lapped cross grain. IIRC they are all arranged on the bias so the weaves are crossed diagonally(I think). Does that even make sense?
Have you deconstructed the bill to see what ELC used?
Dave

 

[VanHook]

Awesome thanks, yes that makes since. I have not taken it apart yet although where it is frayed it appears to be layers of canvas that seems to have some sort of coating on it.
Thanks for your help!

 

[dmar836]

No problem. Let us know how it works out.
Dave

 

[6148th T.C.Squadron]

Your caps are well done and would sell in the market place, as not many are manufacturing them, and those that do have a big price tag. Just a couple of Korean war caps, one is a nice 8 panel.

 

[dmar836]

Thanks. Thise pics aren't showing.
Dave

 

[6148th T.C.Squadron]

OOP'S

SORRY.

 

[dmar836]

Hey, wonder if that first one is from Ray's(ray fel) squadron?
Great caps!
Dave

 

[6148th T.C.Squadron]

The 6147th, 48th, and 49th were all T.C.Squadrons. Flying LT-6G'S as spotters for F-84's. Just noticed this on the bay http://www.ebay.com/itm/380809885670?ss ... 1426.l2648

 

[Peter Graham]

Great work Dave. You should be proud of yourself.