This is an introduction to original Cold Weather Leggings. Although relatively few examples survive in good condition, they are still among the more readily obtainable pieces of equipment.
Here is a comparison of authentic Cold Weather Coats. I also show examples of how to wear the full cold-weather gear.
Using authentic examples of the Cold Weather Canteen Cover, I will compare the differences between each variant.
Using authentic Type 98 Sun Hats, I will compare several variants with different specifications. An early model with ventilation holes on the top and both sides is also included.
Using authentic Type 96 Cold Weather Cap, I will compare examples from several production years. I will also introduce specimens that still retain their original nose cover.
I added authentic woven star insignia to both the authentic Type 98 sun hat and the HIKISHOP replica that I introduced in my recent article. While I was at it, I also made some detailing enhancements to the HIKISHOP replica Processing the Woven Star Insignia Here is the authentic woven star insignia that I used. In my case, I happened to find it listed with an incorrect title on Yahoo Auctions, allowing me to acquire…
This time, I'm comparing the Type 98 Sun Hat with the HIKISHOP replica. The authentic Type 98 Sun Hats occasionally appear on Yahoo Auctions, usually trading for around 30,000 to 50,000 yen. The Sun Hat has early and late models. The version established in 1930 (Showa 5)1 featured a metal star insignia and had ventilation holes at the top and on both sides. The one I'm introducing this time is the Sun Hat revised in…