Uniforms Kepi and forage cap differences

I bring both a kepi and an undressed hardee hat that I've telescoped the crown down on. I normally wear my beat up undressed hardee for battle/around camp and reserve the kepi for dressier occasions such as parades or ceremonies. The kepi really doesn't offer much sun protection for the ears, neck and face. It looks nice however and its fitting for my early war unit.
 
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Here we go steamed it and stretched it now it will set overnight.
 
I wore a kepi this weekend. Comfortable hat, however it doesn't offer much actual coverage. It is however much better in windy conditions. I saw many slouch hats blowing around in my group during yesterday's wind, none of us with kepis on had that problem. Nicer for dress occasions as well.
 
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