Mil-Tec Black Shapka Winter Hat

Soviet-Style Faux Fur Shapka

The Mil-Tec Black Shapka is a cold-weather hat in the pattern of the Soviet ushanka, the fur cap with ear flaps (the name means "ear hat" in Russian) that became standard winter headgear across Eastern Europe. Deep faux fur covers the crown, front flap and ear flaps, and the inside is quilted and padded for warmth. It suits anyone dealing with real winter cold, as well as collectors, reenactors and costume builders who want the classic Soviet look without genuine fur.

Features

• Polyacrylic Faux Fur — Long-pile synthetic fur in black with grey tipping covers the whole outer shell.
• Fold-Down Ear Flaps — The side flaps drop down to cover the ears and sides of the head when the temperature falls.
• Chin Ties — Two cords fastened to the ear flaps tie under the chin to hold the flaps in place against wind.
• Front Brim Flap — A turned-up fur flap across the forehead gives the hat its traditional ushanka profile.
• Red Star Cockade — A metal badge on the front flap shows a red enamel star with hammer and sickle inside a gold-tone wreath.
• Quilted Polyester Lining — A smooth, diamond-quilted lining sits against the head and makes the hat easy to pull on and off.
• Polyester Padding — A padded layer between shell and lining adds insulation without much bulk.
• Weight Approx. 15.5 oz (440 g) — Substantial enough to feel warm and well built, light enough for all-day wear.

Materials and Build

The upper and faux fur are 100% polyacrylic, while the lining and padding are both 100% polyester, so the hat contains no animal fur. This is a commercial reproduction by Mil-Tec, not issued Soviet surplus, built to recreate the shape and badge of the historical military shapka for everyday cold-weather use.