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* The shako was a common part of regimental uniforms from the late 18th century, and is still worn as part of certain parade uniforms and marching bands. It resembles a stereotypical "toy soldier" hat. | * The shako was a common part of regimental uniforms from the late 18th century, and is still worn as part of certain parade uniforms and marching bands. It resembles a stereotypical "toy soldier" hat. | ||
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*The Stout Shako looks similar to the [[Wiki Cap]], being only taller, having straps and gold badges and lacking the Team Fortress logo. | *The Stout Shako looks similar to the [[Wiki Cap]], being only taller, having straps and gold badges and lacking the Team Fortress logo. | ||
* The Stout Shako bears a passing resemblance to a kepi, a hat associated with the French Foreign Legion. | * The Stout Shako bears a passing resemblance to a kepi, a hat associated with the French Foreign Legion. | ||
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Revision as of 00:19, 9 October 2010
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The Stout Shako is a headwear item for the Soldier. It appears as a tall team-coloured cylindrical hat, with a shiny black visor and three gold badges connected by straps.
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Trivia
- The shako was a common part of regimental uniforms from the late 18th century, and is still worn as part of certain parade uniforms and marching bands. It resembles a stereotypical "toy soldier" hat.
- Strangely enough, this hat along with Bombing Run and Chieftain's Challenge look similar to other hats submitted in the Polycount Contest, though some of the hats were for other classes.
- The Stout Shako looks similar to the Wiki Cap, being only taller, having straps and gold badges and lacking the Team Fortress logo.
- The Stout Shako bears a passing resemblance to a kepi, a hat associated with the French Foreign Legion.
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