Could anyone tell me if there was a "standard" type of cap issued to loco drivers in steam days, or was it a case of wear what you want ?
Any photo's of drivers would be most helpful ( I've acquired 2 SAR cap badges, so a cap to suit would be nice!).
Many thanks John
Steam loco drivers cap
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Re: Steam loco drivers cap
Welcome to the forum, John, and I hope some of our more knowledgeable members will be able to help you.
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Re: Steam loco drivers cap
Hi John, thanks for your enquiry. There was a standard flat peak cap that crews were issued but never had a badge on, although the guys did affix one on. I do have some so you can contact me by email on nbtrainman@gmail.com
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Re: Steam loco drivers cap
I am an collector of Raiway caps .I have an lether drivers cap from the Deutsche Bahn . Ihave also an driverscap with an Plastic top of Great Britain .Belgian had an smal drivers cap . On the Canadian / Unitet Sates the used an special soft cap . The dutch Railway had an strong cap to protect your head .