Description
This pre-order has closed on 3rd of March. We are now manufacturing the hats, which will take a few weeks.
Our reproduction of the early war m/36 Field Hat, also known as the “Blood Scoop,” was issued to all branches and ranks and is by far the most iconic item in the Finnish army.
History
The “Blood Scoop” is a further development of the earlier Finnish army and Civil Guard “Jäger hats.” The name originates from the Jäger hats worn during the First World War by Austro-Hungarian troops. This style of cap was introduced to Finland by the Jäger movement during and after the Finnish Civil War. The Finnish military briefly moved away from the Jäger hat in the late 1920s and early 1930s. However, the hat was reintroduced in 1936 with the new uniform. Initially, the hat was intended for year-round use with a snap-on liner (see m/36 Field Hat, Prewar Model, Reproduction). However, this was discontinued when the m/39 Fur Hat became the standard winter hat.
Our reproduction
There are quite significant differences between different manufacturers and manufacturing years. Ours is based closely on the early Valtion Pukutehtaat -type, of which we own several originals. This VPu-pattern represents the most common style issued back in the day. We’ve used original manufacturing guides from the National Archives together with disassembled originals for reference to get the most accurate pattern possible.
The field hat has a short, soft bill and a fold down flap, closed with 2 buttons. Piping can be added to these field hats in the branch colour of your choice.
The hat body is wool with a cotton liner. Bill has wool and linen stiffeners. All stitching done with cotton thread.
We stamp these with our own manufacturers mark, INT-41 -year stamp and a size stamp. If you want another year, please tell us when placing the order.
