diff --git a/code/modules/clothing/head/soft_caps.dm b/code/modules/clothing/head/soft_caps.dm
index 86fc120fb48..f554c3282f3 100644
--- a/code/modules/clothing/head/soft_caps.dm
+++ b/code/modules/clothing/head/soft_caps.dm
@@ -2,7 +2,6 @@
 	name = "cargo cap"
 	desc = "It's a peaked cap in a tasteless yellow color."
 	icon_state = "cargosoft"
-	flags = HEADCOVERSEYES
 	item_state_slots = list(
 		slot_l_hand_str = "helmet", //probably a placeholder
 		slot_r_hand_str = "helmet",