Surprise!

[Jeffrey Meffert]

Now you should understand that I am one of those purists that would never think of polishing medals, punching new holes in tunics, or mucking around with hat badges. It is as it is. But I got this great deal on an armor summer M40, the great deal because it isn't just stained, it's actually moldy. Really, really moldy. Too moldy for me to risk putting it with my other uniforms so I break down today and am cleaning it (gently, gently). The collar tabs are semi-removable with a hook and eyelet at the apex and simply whip-stitched around the edge so I pulled those off. A look at the rear gives you a clue as to why you should not store your uniforms in a flooded basement.