How to Buy an Army Uniform Hat
There are three types of Army uniform hats: berets, patrol caps (PCs) and dress blue hats. Army uniform hats are sold at the Army and Air Force Exchange Service's (AAFES) Military Clothing and Sales stores. Army uniform hats may also be purchased through AAFES online or through military surplus retailers.
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Military Clothing and Sales Stores
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AAFES purchases require valid military or dependent identification. Most military installations house a Military Clothing and Sales store. Berets generally cost $10; PCs cost around $6 and dress blue hats cost approximately $35. AAFES stores do not charge sales tax. A valid military identification card or dependent identification card is required to access military installations and to make purchases at AAFES stores.
AAFES Online Store
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AAFES.com sells Army uniform hats and does not charge sales tax. Berets generally cost $10; PCs cost around $6 and dress blue hats cost approximately $35. An AAFES online account is required to make purchases. To sign up for an AAFES account, you must provide your Social Security Number or, if you are a dependent, your sponsor's Social Security Number. Your sponsor is the military service member responsible for you according to the military.
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Military Surplus Retailers
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Military surplus retailers often carry Army uniform hats, although sizes and types may vary. Berets generally cost between $15 and $20; PCs average $10 each and dress blue hats cost approximately $80. Sales tax is applicable to purchases made from military surplus retailers.
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