USN Cold War & Vietnam Era Japanese Ball Caps

[Salvage Sailor]

Post 'em if you've got 'em

 

First mine, purchased at A-33 (Navy Exchange) Yokosuka Naval Base (Foreign Legion) and worn around the world crossing the Oceans and Seas on Salvage ships and Destroyers.

 

 

In the 1990's a do-gooder tossed it in the washing machine thinking, "it's so dirty"

 

 

 

 

 

[Salvage Sailor]

USS ORISKANY (CVA-34)

 

Commanders scrambled eggs ballcap made by Matsuo Trading, Yokohama (a well know quality maker of goods and USN custom insignia)

 

 

 

 

Auction Photos

Matsuo (Trading) Yokohama

 

Shown for provenance and dating - Vietnam Era