Uniform Accessories
Tin Trousers supplies a wide range of military uniform accessories, badges, embroidery and finishing details for serving personnel across the Royal Navy, RAF, Army and wider uniformed services.
From rank slides and name tapes to cummerbunds, badges and ceremonial accessories, our team provides high-quality uniform finishing details designed to meet current service standards and presentation requirements.
Uniform presentation is often defined by the small details. Our experienced team understands the importance of correct badges, accurate embroidery, and properly prepared accessories across both day-to-day and ceremonial uniforms.
Every item is selected and prepared with the same attention to detail and professional standards that underpin all Tin Trousers services.
Royal Navy Rank Slides
Professionally embroidered Royal Navy rank slides produced to current regulations and made to order by our experienced team.
Whether you require rank slides for a promotion, replacement slides for daily wear, or additional sets for spare uniforms, our Royal Navy rank slides are manufactured using high-quality materials to provide a smart, professional appearance.
Each pair is carefully produced and checked before dispatch to ensure accuracy, durability and a professional finish.
Suitable For
Promotions and reranking
Replacement rank slides
Additional sets for working uniforms
New uniform purchases
Production Time
As all rank slides are made to order, production times may vary depending on current workload. We will dispatch your order as soon as it is completed.
If you require your rank slides for a specific promotion date, course, appointment or event, please contact us before ordering and we will advise on current lead times.
Why Choose Tin Trousers?
With over 21 years of experience and more than 125 years of combined tailoring experience within our team, Tin Trousers is trusted by Royal Navy personnel throughout the UK and worldwide.
All rank slides are produced in-house by our experienced team, ensuring quality, accuracy and a professional finish suitable for everyday wear. Every item is checked before dispatch to ensure it meets the standards expected of serving personnel.
Promotion Coming Up?
If you are being promoted, don't forget that we also offer:
Royal Navy striping up services
Epaulette boards
Medal mounting
Ribbon replacements
Uniform alterations
Promotion Ready Packages
Allowing you to get everything completed in one place by a team experienced in military tailoring and uniform services.
Royal Navy Epaulette Boards
Professionally manufactured Royal Navy epaulette boards produced to current regulations and made to order by our experienced team.
Whether you require a replacement pair, epaulette boards for a promotion, or additional boards for spare uniforms, our Royal Navy epaulette boards are produced using high-quality materials to ensure a smart, professional appearance.
Each pair is manufactured to order and checked before dispatch to ensure accuracy, durability and a professional finish.
Suitable For
Promotions and reranking
Replacement epaulette boards
Additional sets for spare uniforms
New uniform purchases
Production Time
As all epaulette boards are made to order, production times may vary depending on current workload. We will dispatch your order as soon as it is completed.
If you require your epaulette boards for a specific promotion date, course, appointment or event, please contact us before ordering and we will advise on current lead times.
Why Choose Tin Trousers?
With over 21 years of experience and more than 125 years of combined tailoring experience within our team, Tin Trousers is trusted by Royal Navy personnel throughout the UK and worldwide.
All epaulette boards are produced in-house by our experienced team, ensuring quality, accuracy and a professional finish. Every item is checked before dispatch to ensure it meets current regulations and the standards expected of serving personnel.
Promotion Coming Up?
If you are being promoted, don't forget that we also offer:
Royal Navy striping up services
Royal Navy rank slides
Medal mounting
Ribbon replacements
Uniform alterations
Promotion Ready Packages
Allowing you to get everything completed in one place by a team experienced in military tailoring and uniform services.
Our Royal Navy officers frame caps are made in the UK utilising the best materials to make a lightweight but durable product incorporating a real leather sweatband, and using 2% Gold on the peak. Includes a matching 100% cotton or plastic cap cover and a Royal Navy cap badge.
Available sizes: 53cm – 63cm.
Please note: It is important to measure your head when purchasing a new cap. Please do not rely on the size in your existing cap as sizing varies between independent cap manufacturers.
Cap Sizing
Cap sizing: To determine your cap size place a fabric tape measure around your head, 1 centimeter above your ears. Hold the tape firmly across the forehead and take the measurement in centimeters. If your measurement falls between sizes please choose the next largest size.Included with your cap are 4 size reducers which can be inserted underneath the sweatband to achieve the correct fit.
Our Royal Navy officers frame caps are made in the UK utilising the best materials to make a lightweight but durable product incorporating a real leather sweatband, and using 2% Gold on the peak. Includes a matching 100% cotton or plastic cap cover and a Royal Navy cap badge.Available sizes: 53cm – 63cm.
Please note: It is important to measure your head when purchasing a new cap. Please do not rely on the size in your existing cap as sizing varies between independent cap manufacturers.
Cap Sizing
Cap sizing: To determine your cap size place a fabric tape measure around your head, 1 centimeter above your ears. Hold the tape firmly across the forehead and take the measurement in centimeters. If your measurement falls between sizes please choose the next largest size.Included with your cap are 4 size reducers which can be inserted underneath the sweatband to achieve the correct fit.
Qualification Name Tapes
Display your qualifications alongside your name on Rig 24 with a professionally embroidered qualification name tape.
Our qualification name tapes are manufactured to order and supplied with Velcro backing, ready to attach to your uniform.
Specification
Navy tape with white embroidery as standard
Velcro backed
50mm wide
Made to order
If you require a different tape or embroidery colour, please contact us before ordering and we will be happy to discuss your requirements.
Production Time
As each name tape is made to order, production can take up to 3 weeks depending on current workload. Orders will be dispatched as soon as they are completed.
Eligibility
Please note that this is a controlled uniform item available exclusively to currently serving personnel.
Orders must be placed using a valid MoD email address or be supported by proof of service, such as an MoD identification card. Orders that cannot be verified will be respectfully declined and refunded.
Why Choose Tin Trousers?
With over 21 years of experience supporting military personnel, Tin Trousers supplies high-quality embroidered uniform items to serving personnel throughout the UK. All items are produced by our experienced team to ensure a professional appearance and long-lasting finish.
Various colour options available (if you would like a different colour option pelase get in touch).
Velcro/sew on options available. Also available in 25mm or 50mm depth.
Please note: These are made to order and can take up to 4 weeks to produce depending on workload. We will dispatch to you as soon as they are ready.
Made-to-Measure Mess Dress Waistcoat
Available in Black or White • Made Specifically for You
Our Made-to-Measure Mess Dress Waistcoats are individually produced to your measurements, ensuring a smart, professional fit and appearance for formal military occasions.
Available in both black and white, each waistcoat is manufactured to order and tailored specifically to your measurements and preferences.
Suitable for both male and female personnel, every waistcoat is designed to complement your mess dress and provide a comfortable fit throughout the evening.
Included
Made-to-Measure Mess Dress Waistcoat
Choice of Black or White Cloth
Professional fitting consultation
Tailoring adjustments if required upon completion
After Ordering
Once your order has been placed, a member of our team will contact you to arrange your fitting consultation.
You can choose:
An in-person fitting appointment at Tin Trousers HQ
One of our on-site tailoring clinics
An online consultation, where our experienced team will guide you through the measuring process
No measuring experience is required. Our experienced military tailoring team will guide you through the entire process and ensure all measurements are taken correctly.
Personalisation Options
During your consultation we can discuss a range of personalisation options, including:
Black or white cloth selection
Lining colour options
Internal pocket options
Special fitting requirements
Other custom features available for your garment
Your waistcoat will then be produced specifically to your measurements and requirements.
Why Choose Made-to-Measure?
A made-to-measure waistcoat provides a superior fit compared to standard sizing, ensuring a smarter appearance and improved comfort when worn with mess dress.
Whether replacing an existing waistcoat or completing a new mess dress outfit, a professionally fitted waistcoat helps create a polished and professional appearance.
Why Choose Tin Trousers?
With over 21 years of experience and more than 125 years of combined tailoring experience within our team, Tin Trousers is trusted by military personnel throughout the UK and worldwide.
All work is completed in-house by our security-cleared team, ensuring expert guidance throughout the ordering process and a finished garment tailored to your individual requirements.
From your initial consultation through to final delivery, our team is on hand to provide advice and support, helping you achieve a professional fit and finish that reflects the standards expected of military personnel.
Ordering Information
Please state whether you require a black or white waistcoat in the box provided when placing your order. All options and personalisation choices will be confirmed during your fitting consultation.
Handmade Medal Wallets
Protect your medals with a handcrafted medal wallet, designed to keep your medals safe, organised and protected when not being worn.
Each wallet is handmade to order by our experienced team using dye-free and acid-free sheepswool felt. The natural properties of the felt help protect your medals and ribbons during storage whilst reducing the risk of tarnishing and unnecessary wear.
Featuring separate pockets for both full-size and miniature medals, these wallets provide a practical storage solution for serving personnel, veterans and medal collectors alike.
Simply select the number of medals you wish to store from the drop-down menu when ordering.
Features
Handmade to order
Dye-free and acid-free sheepswool felt
Separate pockets for full-size and miniature medals
Designed to help protect medals and ribbons during storage
Lightweight and easy to transport
Suitable for serving personnel, veterans and collectors
Custom Medal Wallets
Need something a little different?
We can create bespoke medal wallets designed to accommodate:
Larger medal groups
Multiple sets of medals
Medals and qualification badges
Medals and Submariner's Dolphins
Other military insignia and keepsakes
If you require a custom-made medal wallet, please contact our team and we will be happy to discuss your requirements.
Why Choose Tin Trousers?
With over 21 years of experience supporting military personnel and veterans, Tin Trousers understands the importance of preserving medals and military memorabilia. Every wallet is handmade with care to provide practical protection for items that often carry significant personal and family history.
RFA Rank Slides
Professionally embroidered RFA rank slides produced to current regulations and made to order by our experienced team.
Whether you require rank slides for a promotion, replacement slides for daily wear, or additional sets for spare uniforms, our RFA rank slides are manufactured using high-quality materials to provide a smart, professional appearance.
Each pair is carefully produced and checked before dispatch to ensure accuracy, durability and a professional finish.
Suitable For
Promotions and reranking
Replacement rank slides
Additional sets for working uniforms
New uniform purchases
Production Time
As all rank slides are made to order, production times may vary depending on current workload. We will dispatch your order as soon as it is completed.
If you require your rank slides for a specific joining date, promotion or event, please contact us before ordering and we will advise on current lead times.
Why Choose Tin Trousers?
With over 21 years of experience and more than 125 years of combined tailoring experience within our team, Tin Trousers is trusted by Royal Fleet Auxiliary personnel throughout the UK and worldwide.
All rank slides are produced in-house by our experienced team, ensuring quality, accuracy and a professional finish suitable for everyday wear.
Promotion Coming Up?
If you are being promoted, don't forget that we also offer:
RFA striping up services
RFA rank boards
Medal mounting
Uniform alterations
Promotion Ready Packages
Allowing you to get everything completed in one place by a team experienced in military and maritime uniforms.
We will ensure your unform is cleaned safely and securely without damage. 3-5 working day turnaround from delivery with us.
Handmade Medal Storage Boxes
Protect and display your medals with one of our handcrafted hardwood medal storage boxes.
Each box is individually handmade in-house by Mr TT using carefully selected upcycled hardwood, creating a unique and practical way to store your medals when they are not being worn.
The interior of every box is lined with soft, acid-free velvet to help protect your medals and ribbons from unnecessary wear whilst keeping them safe, organised and ready for use.
As each box is handmade from natural materials, no two boxes are exactly the same, giving every piece its own character and finish.
Available Sizes
Small
Suitable for 1-2 medals
Medium
Suitable for 3-4 medals
Large
Suitable for 5 or more medals
Why Choose a Tin Trousers Medal Box?
Handmade in-house
Crafted from upcycled hardwood
Soft acid-free velvet lining
Designed to help protect medals and ribbons during storage
Each box is unique
Ideal for serving personnel, veterans and those preserving family medals for future generations.
Whether storing family medals, service medals or a growing collection, our handcrafted medal boxes provide a practical and attractive storage solution designed to keep your medals in excellent condition for years to come.
These ballistic cufflinks are hand-crafted by us from real 7.62mm bullets. These are exactly the same as the 150Gr Ball, FMJ-BT bullets found in your GPMG, sharpshooter rifle or minigun (except we get them from a legitimate civilian supplier). We have polished and mounted them on high quality stainless steel t-bar backing with a generous coating of acrylic lacquer to keep them shiny. Each pair comes presented in a stylish gift box and make an ideal present for anyone in the services.
Royal Navy Goldwork Rank Slides
Professionally manufactured Royal Navy Goldwork Rank Slides, produced using high-quality materials to provide a smart, professional appearance suitable for ceremonial duties, formal occasions and everyday wear where authorised.
Available for both Junior Rates and Senior Rates, our goldwork rank slides are carefully produced and checked before dispatch to ensure accuracy, durability and a professional finish.
Whether you require replacement slides, additional sets or rank slides for a new appointment, our experienced team will ensure your order is produced to the highest standard.
Available Options
Goldwork rank slides are available for a range of Royal Navy Junior Rates and Senior Rates ranks.
Please select the appropriate rank from the options provided when placing your order.
If you are unsure which slides you require, please contact our team and we will be happy to assist.
Production Time
As all rank slides are made to order, production times may vary depending on current workload. Orders are typically dispatched within 2 weeks.
If you require your rank slides for a specific appointment, promotion, course or event, please contact us before ordering and we will advise on current lead times.
Why Choose Tin Trousers?
With over 21 years of experience and more than 125 years of combined tailoring experience within our team, Tin Trousers is trusted by Royal Navy personnel throughout the UK and worldwide.
All rank slides are produced in-house by our experienced team, ensuring quality, accuracy and a professional finish. Every item is checked before dispatch to ensure it meets the standards expected of serving personnel.
Bespoke Ship & Mess Cummerbunds
Tin Trousers designs and supplies bespoke cummerbunds for ships, messes, associations, and military groups across the Royal Navy and wider uniformed services.
From embroidered crests and traditional colours to fully custom printed designs, our team can help create cummerbunds that reflect the identity and character of your ship, unit, or organisation.
Whether you are ordering for a wardroom, dining-in night, association event, or presentation gift, we are happy to discuss bespoke design options and group orders.
Need Advice Before Ordering?
Our team is happy to advise on sizing, regulations, timelines and tailoring requirements.