RAF Air Rank Embroidery Cap Badge

Key Design & Motif Elements

• Royal Crown & Lion Passant: Features the King's Crown (or Queen's Crown) at the top, crowned with a standing lion in gold bullion wire with red/blue silk highlights.

• Central Eagle: A mounted metallic or gold-embroidered RAF eagle in flight positioned at the center of the badge.

• Laurel Wreath: A rich surrounding wreath of gold bullion leaves and berries framing the emblem to signify Air Rank status.

Standard Materials & Craftsmanship

• Embroidery Thread: High-grade Gold & Silver Bullion Wire (coiled metallic thread) for a heavy 3D metallic texture, with fine silk thread accents for crown details.

• Base Fabric: Premium Black or Dark Navy Wool Uniform Felt / Blazer Cloth.

• 3D Padding: Cotton or felt under-padding placed beneath the wreath and crown to give the badge a deep, raised relief profile.

Sizing & Specifications

• Standard Size: 3 × 3.5 inches (7.5 × 9 cm) to 3.25 × 3.75 inches (8 × 9.5 cm).

• Fit: Tailored specifically for RAF Service Dress (SD) Peaked Caps and senior officer ceremonial hats.

Backing Options

• Sew-On (Standard): Thin felt margin left around the outer border for direct hand-stitching onto the cap band.

• Velcro (Hook & Loop): Hook backing applied to the rear for removable or tactical cap mounting.

• Screw Posts / Metal Clutch Pins: Heavy-duty rear hardware mounted for rigid, secure placement on peaked caps.

• Stiffened Board: Reinforced internal buckram or board backing to keep the large crest flat and structured.