WW2 British Royal Signals Slouch Hat 1944

A very nice South African made WW2 slouch hat dated 1944 with insignia of the Royal Signals .
It is well known that British troops serving abroad used different countries uniforms & headdress for both reasons of supply & preference when the opportunity arose this being such an example of that circumstance.
Of good quality felt wool the insignia has clearly been on this hat for a very long time with the prong of the brass Signals badge showing oxidisation to its reverse side. There is a 'Hat Company' maker name stamped into the leather sweatband although the name is now illegible. ' Made in South Africa ' can also be seen on the band with the date 1944.
Overall in very nice condition with some minor moth nips in places & not detracting.

Code: 11457