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New images have been released of the redesigned British Army Crowned Cap Badges. The badges feature the new King's Crown (Tudor Crown) which is replacing the Queen’s Crown (St Edward’s Crown). The College of Arms, which designed the cyphers, was founded in 1484 and is responsible for creating and maintaining official registers of coats of arms and pedigrees.  https://www.cadetdirect.com/rank-slides-badges/metal-badges-accessories/metal-cap-badges

The UK MoD have finally listened to the concerns of the UK cadet forces by launching a range of new British Army ration menus specifically geared towards the tastes of young people. This development was announced amid concerns that traditional 'stews' and 'casseroles' simply don't appeal to a new generation of young people who are used to snacking on fast food...

Another British Army Boot at Cadet Direct The Bates Ultra Light Patrol Boot, one of a current range of British army boots,  has been specifically developed for the UK military. They meet the official MoD specification for “Boots Patrol (BP)”. This specifies that the BP is “primarily for use where the combat threat is medium to low and patrol pack...

After extensive trials involving UK forces personnel, the British Army has announced it will be adopting the AKU Pilgrim as it's newest high liability combat boot. High liability means the boot will be worn by front line operational troops in combat zones around the world. The AKU Pilgrim has many qualities which makes it well suited to this role. AKU...

Quite a surprise last week when Cadet Direct staff received an urgent order from the organisers of the ITV show 'Dancing on Ice'. The customer required a full FAD (Future Army Dress) suit, No.2 Dress shirt, tie plus all the accoutrements for contestant Anthony Cotton, better known as Sean Tully from Coronation Street. Anthony was born and raised in Manchester...

Personnel from the Army, Royal Navy and RAF have a choice of wearing five different categories of boots depending on what job they are doing and where they are based. Each of the five boot types comes in two different styles, allowing for personal choice with regards to fit and comfort. The five categories are: Combat High Liability, Patrol, Desert...

Which is the best wax polish for your cadet footwear? Whether you're brush polishing or bulling  this has to be one of the longest running debates within the cadet forces. We thought it was about time someone finally lay the issue to rest by putting 5 of the most popular polishes to a proper test. What we did... We started by...

The Monster Basha The Helikon Supertarp is undoubtedly the biggest basha on the block. Measuring a whopping 3x3metres in size this monster basha is the first of it's kind. Survival Tech have gone ahead and patented the design and here you'll find out just why. The Helikon Supertarp Built from waterproof PU-covered polyester ripstop tarpaulin, the Supertarp is MTP compatible which provides great...

Which pack is the best for you? We recently published a kit layout for CEMO (complete Equipment Marching Order) which comprises everything you might need for an overnight stay in the field. In this Best Tactical Backpacks article we've decided to review a range of popular bags to see which have the capacity to actually carry a realistic CEMO load...

All sizes from 3-13 available right now! These lightweight assault boots are a multi-purpose British Army boot design ideal for training, parades and fieldcraft use. This boot features a high polish leather upper, leather lined inner and stitched man-made non-clog commando sole. Each boot also features 6 standard lace holes, 2 locking lace loops and 6 speed-loop fastenings. Size 3-6...