WW2 British Royal Electrical Mechanical Engineers REME Plastic Economy Cap Badge

The WWII British Royal Electrical Mechanical Engineers (REME) Plastic Economy Cap Badge is a unique and historical artifact from the Second World War. During the war, metal was in high demand for the production of munitions and other essential goods, leading to the innovative use of alternative materials such as plastic for military insignia. This particular cap badge, designed for the Royal Electrical Mechanical Engineers, embodies this resourcefulness. The badge showcases the REME’s distinctive insignia with intricate detailing, despite being fashioned from plastic. It served a dual purpose of representing the corps and contributing to the war economy by conserving metal. Collectors and historians regard this cap badge as a tangible piece of military history, reflecting the ingenuity and adaptive strategies of the time. Its preservation today offers a glimpse into the wartime efforts and the crucial role of the REME in maintaining and repairing the mechanical equipment of the British Army.