Genuine British Army Maroon Airborne Forces Beret – Various Sizes

Genuine British Army issue maroon beret associated with British Airborne Forces, available in Grade 1 and Grade 2 surplus condition and a range of genuine military sizes.

The distinctive maroon beret is one of the most recognisable pieces of British military headwear and is associated with the Parachute Regiment and British Airborne Forces. Genuine British Army issue examples are widely sold and identified as Airborne Forces/Parachute Regiment maroon berets.

These are genuine British military surplus, not reproduction costume berets.

Beret only – cap badge not included.

Features

• Genuine British Army surplus
• Traditional maroon Airborne Forces colour
• Genuine military sizing in centimetres
• Traditional military beret construction
• Leather-style headband where fitted
• Rear drawcord where present
• Available in multiple sizes
• Available in Grade 1 and Grade 2 condition
• Individually checked and graded before sale
• No cap badge included

Genuine surplus examples can vary slightly in manufacturer, lining, label, crown size, shade and other construction details. Current issue/surplus examples on the market similarly vary by manufacturer and specification.

Condition

Grade 1

Good used, serviceable military surplus.

Grade 1 berets have previously been issued or used but remain in good overall condition.

Normal characteristics may include:

• light shaping from previous wear;
• minor fading;
• light cosmetic marks;
• internal service or ownership markings;
• slight wear to the headband;
• minor storage marks; and
• other light signs of genuine military use.

They remain smart, presentable and fully suitable for normal use, collections or display.

Grade 2

Used military surplus showing more obvious evidence of previous service.

Grade 2 examples remain suitable for the purpose described but may display more noticeable characteristics such as:

• heavier fading;
• more obvious shaping;
• marks or staining;
• wear to the internal lining or headband;
• service/ownership markings;
• shortened or missing drawcords;
• minor repairs; or
• greater cosmetic wear.

Current genuine used examples can show characteristics such as missing/shortened drawcords and signs of previous issue, so I'd specifically inspect for these when deciding between your two grades.

Any significant individual defect that goes beyond what we consider reasonable for the advertised grade will be stated where appropriate.

Military beret sizing

British military berets are normally sized according to head circumference in centimetres.

For example:

Size 58 = approximately 58 cm head circumference

To determine your size, use a soft measuring tape around the widest part of your head, approximately 2.5 cm above the eyebrows and just above the ears.

Keep the tape comfortably snug without pulling it tight.

Select your required condition and size from the options.

Genuine surplus. Trusted provenance.

Our military surplus is sourced through recognised MOD auctions and trusted surplus channels.

Every item is individually checked and graded by our veteran-led team before being offered for sale.

Proven. Genuine. Trusted.

Ideal for

Military collectors • Veterans • Airborne collections • Reenactment • Displays • Replacement headwear • Militaria collections

Please note

These are genuine military-surplus berets.

Individual examples may vary slightly in:

• manufacturer;
• production date;
• shade of maroon;
• lining;
• labels;
• headband;
• previous shaping; and
• internal markings.

Unless expressly stated otherwise, photographs may be representative of the grade and type supplied rather than showing the exact individual beret you will receive.

No cap badge is included unless specifically stated otherwise.

The Old Kitbag is an independent military-surplus retailer and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the Parachute Regiment, British Army, Ministry of Defence or UK Armed Forces.

Your statutory consumer rights are unaffected.