Soviet Red Army Budenovka Wool Cap c. 1920s
| Lot number | 1007312 |
|---|---|
| Auction | The Bagale Collection, Session V – Archives & Militaria |
| Date | September 12, 2026 at 8:00 pm MT |
| Auction house | 345 Auction |
| Location | Pueblo West, Colorado |
Description
This reproduction is modeled after the iconic early Soviet military headgear, this Budenovka winter cap is constructed of heavy gray wool with a distinctive pointed crown, fold-down ear flaps secured by side buttons, and a stiffened visor. The frontfeatures a red wool cloth star emblem adorned with a brass hammer-and-sickle star insignia pin at the center. The interior is lined with dark grey cloth and bears a stamped size marking of "61". Extremely clean overall condition, showing minimal tono visible wear. Wool body, stitching, interior lining, and metal insignia present exceptionally well with no tears, moth damage, or notable soil observed. A striking and well-preserved representation of early Red Army winter headgear, offering excellent visual appeal for military collections and historical displays.