In the Soviet Union, the garrison cap was known as pilotka (пилотка, from "pilot"—the original cap was a part of the air force pilots' uniform in World War I). It was the most common type of cap used by the Red Army during the Second World War and after until the 1980s.

Pilotka is great at repelling water and will keep your head warm, even when the ear flaps are unfolded. Pilotka hat with no stripes, belongs to the basic GI unit of the Red Army Infantry. These caps are dated anywhere between early 60s to late 80s.

Pilotka and Beskozyrka were the most popular summer soldier’s hats in WWII. December 3, 1935, in the Red Army have introduced two types of "Pilotka" hat: for commanders - khaki piping to the combat arm, to which was attached the front badge Red Army, and for soldier's - …

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Made from good quality material in green Khaki color. New, comes with Officer's cocarde badge. Soviet army Infantry Officer's summer hat. In the Red Army officially launched January 16, 1919 as part of the Pilot equipment. "Pilotka" so the word is derived from the words of the pilot. but after 1935 used by Officer's of Red Army. Made from.

In the Soviet Union, the garrison cap was known as pilotka (пилотка, from "pilot") - the original cap was a part of the air force pilots' uniform in World War II. It was the most common type of cap used by the Red Army during WW2 and after until the 1980s.