Canada Cat HGU-33 Pilot Helmet

The "What If" HGU-33 designed with and for my friend Greg who is from Canada. We created this helmet in honor of "What if" Canada had operated the Tomcat. What if Baby...

In the late 1970s and early 1980s, Canada considered the F-14 Tomcat as a potential replacement for its aging fighter fleet. One remarkable proposal involved acquiring Iranian F-14As at a significantly reduced price following the 1979 Iranian Revolution. Negotiations ultimately collapsed amid deteriorating relations surrounding the Iran hostage crisis, and Canada instead selected the CF-18 Hornet.

Product features

- 100% ring-spun US cotton — soft, pre-shrunk heavyweight (6.1 oz/yd²)

- Garment-dyed finish for a vintage, textured color and handfeel

- Tubular knit without side seams for a clean, flattering silhouette

- Durable double-needle stitching on all seams with sewn-in label

- Sizes S–4XL available; choice of 58 colors to suit personal style

Care instructions

- Machine wash: cold (max 30C or 90F)

- Do not bleach

- Tumble dry: low heat

- Iron, steam or dry: low heat

- Do not dryclean