1940’s WWII-era US Navy issued denim shawl collar jacket. Fits about a size Medium – please refer to measurements to ensure proper fit. One of the most sought after pieces of WWII US Military clothing. This jacket is both a truly neat part of American history and a sturdy good looking jacket that fits right in to a modern man’s wardrobe. Pit to Pit 20. Shoulder to Shoulder: 17. Sleeve Length: 23 1/4. Amazing condition, especially considering its age and original use. The denim has been washed down to a mid to dark blue. Some of the original stencil on the back is still visible. Some general signs of wear. Fading around the collar and on the sleeve. A couple of light discolorations (see image gallery for reference). Change style counter-sink buttons constructed to lay flat against the front of the jacket. Medium to lightweight USA made denim. Issued by the US Navy during WWII. I can’t read the full back stencil, but the top seems to read BROWN…. , and the bottom has numbers. Strong double needle flat fell seams. Bar tacked pocket edges. Canted pocket corners. Curved front facing with double needle clean finish. The item “1940s WWII Denim Shawl Collar Deck Jacket M Medium 40s Rare Vintage USN Navy WW2″ is in sale since Wednesday, April 18, 2018. This item is in the category “Clothing, Shoes & Accessories\Vintage\Men’s Vintage Clothing\Outerwear Coats & Jackets”. The seller is “cabilis13″ and is located in Sacramento, California. This item can be shipped worldwide.
- Material: Denim
- Decade: 1940s
- Original/Reproduction: Original
- Size (Men’s): M
- Size Type: Regular
- Color: Blue
- Chest Size: 40
- Country/Region of Manufacture: United States