possibly to give it a snugger fit

some prior signs of use and long term storage

who brought a lot of old stock from the government's warehouses in the 60's

This will of course need repairing

which saw use in the 1980's over the Mediterranean Sea and parts of Lebanon

British Army Royal Logistics Corps Beret w/ Sewn Badge - Medium Eastern possibly to give it aAt a glance 100% Wool Body Leather Hem Adjustable Drawstring Stunning Sewn Royal Logistics Corps Badge Patch Navy Colour Label is missing Suggested Size: Medium Around 57 58cm Vintage Militaria Issued Early 1990's Genuine British Army Surplus Grades Grade 1. 5 Shows signs of its age but no major holes or tears. The bullion thread does has patina and the wool is well worn, although still works fine as a beret. Price reflects this. Any questions please