G-Star Raw Bronco Knit Cap

G-Star Raw always seems to come through with a good reason to own another military inspired, knit hat.  This piece is not necessarily new in stores but is definitely a good hat to equip you for low temps.  Below is G-Star’s Bronco knit cap with visor, also known as a peak knit.  This cap combines basic rib texture with a cable insert going around the entire crown.  As usual, leave it to G-Star to add staple upgrades, such as a quilted nylon insert on the back with zigzag stitch.  The front features a GSR woven label and cool, shiny Tyvek application on the back.  You can cop yours at most G-Star flagship stores and official dealers.

 

New Era 'RipStop' Military Patrol Cap @ OnSpotz.com

OnSpotz.com has recently re-stocked the New Era RipStop Military Patrol Cap in graphite.  This cap features the basic build of vintage patrol caps made with single-ply ripstop fabric and side NE branding.  The ripstop option is my personal favorite but Onspotz is loaded with various color options plus different fabrics such as plaids, houndstooth, and waterproof.  Available now at Onspotz.com.

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BBC Japan Digital Camo Boonie Hat

BBC Japan is releasing a one, two hit with their latest digital camo, boonie hat with matching mobile case. It's been a while since any fashion brand busted out a true military silhouette, especially a boonie. This hat is made with authentic MARPAT Forest digi pattern.  Standard features include wide stiff brim, branch loop straps and large vented eyelets on each side. BBC released the digi trucker cap earlier this month that featured the pattern on the visor. Check the BBC/Zozotown site for availability.

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Jonathan Da Lynn 2009 SEEBEE Fitteds & HOOAH Snapback Caps

Jonathan Da Lynn hits us off with some new cap styles for the current spring and upcoming 2009 summer season. JDL continues the military inspired theme to build out the following styles. First up is the SEABEE fitted cap with a nice seersucker undervisor. The front SEABEE wordmark represents the Navy motto for "We Build, We Fight". The SEABEE are the construction battalions of the U.S. Navy. This cap is made with straight wool and front raised embroidery. Next up is the HOOAH snapback cap. HOOAH is an Air Force term with many meanings with Heard, Understand, and Acknowledge being the most common reference. This cap is made with tiger camouflage, olive undervisor, and front raised embroidery. Both caps are now available through the official JDL site in limited stock.

Images: JDL

Brixton Ltd. Spring 2009 Headwear, Pt:2

Here are more images of Brixton's recently released Spring 2009 headwear collection. This diverse collection of hats include new styles such as The Semi trucker cap, The Heist cuffed knit, and new fabric updates on The Gain Fedora, The Castor, The Stroll, and The Busker cadet. Some of my personal favorites are the khaki felt on the Gain, the new plaid and corduroy fabrics to the Stroll, and the Semi trucker cap, which includes visor ribbon plus silk printed lining. All hats are now available through the Brixton Ltd. site and official dealers. See Pt:1

Images: Brixton Ltd.

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Jonathan Da Lynn, Season 5 "Arlington Grenade" Fitted Cap

Jonathan Da Lynn is back with the new Arlington Grenade fitted cap as part of his Season 5 collection. The Arlington Grenade fitted is a tribute to fallen soldiers of war. It is made in denim, grey fabric with contrast top and under visor plus the crown is printed with cross patterns, which represents tombstones. The front features a fully raised Grenade Guy, which was introduced last season and will remain part of the graphic arsenal. JDL keeps the momentum going by building off the previous season and expanding graphics, driving his message. The Arlington Grenade fitted cap is now available through JDL plus make sure you check out the Mystery Pack, which consist of 2 fitteds, 3 tees from seasons 3-5, selected by JDL for only $70!

Images: JDL.

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