I note that there are currently British and Soviet/Russian sailor heads available. How about some Fench style with the pompon for use in 1914 Belgium. The French Navy, along with the RN, made a significant contribution in this area. Photographs show that the French sailors wore the infantry style greatcoat, so conversion would be very straightforward. The British-style cap head could be used for officers.
Sounds a good idea. Are we talking 1914 French??
martin
Yes indeed. A number of the books I have on 1914 show the French sailors in Belgium kitted out as French infantry but wearing the traditional French sailor's cap.
(http://i97.servimg.com/u/f97/18/89/10/74/marin10.png) (http://www.servimg.com/view/18891074/544)
Some conversions of Peter Pig french 1914 infantry :
(http://i97.servimg.com/u/f97/18/89/10/74/marins10.jpg) (http://www.servimg.com/view/18891074/543)
The sailor's cap with a pompom is called "bachi", and was worn during the Belgium campaign by the rank and file with the dark blue line infantry greatcoat.
The NCOs wore a stiff peaked cap, very similar to the british 1914 SD cap, but softened by removing the framework inside.
Then I will look at doing some hats!!
Quote from: martin goddard on October 17, 2016, 05:06:35 PM
Then I will look at doing some hats!!
Thanks Martin, the Frogs' and Snails Eaters Preservation Society will be grateful. :D