Scarce Original 1940 Dated First Pattern ATS Peaked Cap

A rare original first pattern Auxiliary Territorial Service Peaked cap dated 1940 which is a size 7.

This cap is instantly recognisable as a first pattern example as the chin strap is made from the same barathea serge material as the rest of the cap. This was changed for a leather chin strap early in the war making these first pattern examples sought after today.  The hat features a rayon lining as is standard with issue caps and a stitched peak - yet another trait of the early pattern caps. There is a single metal grommet to the right hand side of the cap and a brass ATS cap badge is fitted to the front. 

The interior still retains its original markings which are bright and legible. The maker's name of 'A. J. Gelfer' of Glasgow is present, below which is the 1940 date. The size is marked as 7. There is also a War Department acceptance stamp which bears the letter code for 1942. 

The condition of the hat is very good overall and it displays nicely. The serge still has plenty of its 'nap' and the interior only shows limited signs of wear. There is some soiling to the interior from wear which is to be expected. Please study the pictures and remember that this is a pre-owned item which is over 80 years old and therefore may have small flaws commensurate with age.

Issue example first pattern caps are very rare to find today making this particularly desirable. Not only that but it retains its original markings which are still bright and crisp.