U.S. Army 100% original Khaki M41 Field Jacket w/Repairs - SZ. 42R

Description

This Historical Reenacting item is from a smoke-free home and smoke-free environment.  Very well taken care of and from a personal collection of historical re-enacting uniforms and costumes.
This is an excellent, 100% original early WW2 issue Cotton outer, wool lined Model 1941 Field Jacket.  Wear on the collar and some various, well-done repairs - consistent with the repairs I have seen on other similar originals.
Still very wearable.
No tag or date inside the pocket and this one is unique as it has no zipper behind the buttoned front.
The M1941 Field Jacket was introduced in 1940 and became the standard combat uniform for soldiers and Marines until the end of WWII. Based on recommendations from Maj. Gen. James Parsons, the jackets are hip length, loose fitting, and designed for freedom of movement. They are made from tightly woven, wind resistant, olive drab cotton poplin and lined with a thin wool flannel cloth. Although comfortable and stylish, the M1941 was found to be lacking as a field jacket due to its relatively light weight and various design shortcomings. It was intended that it be replaced by the M1943 Field Jacket, but production delays and infighting between the Quartermaster and several commanders resulted in it serving until the end of the conflict.
I wear a 42 R suit jacket and this fits me great.
Armpit-to-Armpit: 21”
Sleeve: 24 1/2”
Length: 25”
Check out the detailed photos for everything that is cool about this reenacting collectable from WW2.
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