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Herky Bird Co.

193d SOS Hat with Dutchy patch

193d SOS Hat with Dutchy patch

193d Special Operations Squadron — built for the unit, by someone who knows it.

This is the 193d SOS hat with a custom leatherette morale patch. Available in the Richardson 112 snapback trucker or the Legacy Old Favorite relaxed fit — both featuring laser-engraved leatherette patches representing the 193d and its aircraft.

What you're getting:

  • ✔ Choice of Richardson 112 (snapback trucker) or Legacy Old Favorite (relaxed fit)
  • ✔ 193d SOS laser-engraved leatherette morale patch — Dutchy design
  • ✔ Premium engraving — not printed, not ironed on
  • ✔ Built for the crews who keep the EC-130/MC-130 mission moving
  • ✔ Ships in 5–7 business days

Squadron orders available for retirements, PCS moves, or unit gear. Email us for bulk pricing on 6+ hats.

Want a different patch cutout or shape? Visit our Build Your Custom Hat section to design your own.

$29.92 USD
$29.92 USD
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Every hat is inspected before it ships — guaranteed satisfaction or we make it right.
Materials & Build Quality
  • Premium hat bases Richardson 112 trucker, Richardson 115 5-panel, Legacy Old Favorite 110, and Wide-Front 169 — each chosen for structure, fit, and durability on the flightline.
  • Structured & unstructured options Mid-profile structured crowns for a sharp look; low-profile unstructured for an everyday wear feel.
  • Patch materials Leather, faux leather, and woven patch panels — sized and positioned for maximum engraving detail.
  • Snapback & adjustable closures Plastic snap, hook-and-loop, and fitted options depending on style — one-size-fits-most designs built for all aircrew.
Laser Engraving Process
  • Precision CO2 laser engraving Each design is burned directly into the patch — not printed, not embroidered. The result is permanent, fade-resistant detail that gets sharper with time.
  • Custom artwork & call signs Upload your own design or choose from our library of aircraft silhouettes, unit crests, and aviation motifs. Add a call sign, tail number, or unit designation.
  • Veteran-designed, veteran-built Every design is reviewed and engraved in-house by a C-130 aviator with 25+ years of military aviation experience. We know the details matter.
  • One-off production, every time No mass production. Your hat is made to order, meaning each piece gets individual attention from the workbench to the shipping box.
Care & Longevity
  • Spot clean only — hand wipe the patch with a damp cloth. Avoid submerging or machine washing.
  • Reshape while damp if the brim bends. Let air dry on a flat surface or hat form.
  • The engraving is permanent — it will not peel, crack, or fade. The more you wear it, the better it looks.
  • Satisfaction guaranteed If anything isn't right with your hat, reach out and we'll make it right — no questions asked.
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