Genuine US Military issue
Circa 1940s
A beautifully patched second pattern HBT jacket from the late World War 2 era. These jackets were worn by US troops from 1943 until the end of WW2 and throughout the Korean War.
It displays originally applied insignia including a silk gold-on-black jacquard woven US Army branch tape and a stamped black-on-white name tape.
There were three specifications of the 2nd pattern, 45B, 45C, and 45D, each with various design nuances. They were produced in colours OD-8 and later, OD-7, but each exhibited a spectrum of hues depending on the manufacturer - some appearing more greenish and others more brownish. This example is a 45D with a gas flap, centre-pleated pockets, and metal '13-Star' buttons.
Made from a soft selvedge cotton herringbone twill fabric with two massive chest pockets for about as many personal effects as you'll ever need.
Excellent condition with light signs of wear and a subtle fade pattern - All buttons, fittings and fixtures are present. There is some very light sporadic discolouration as seen. There are a couple of holes in the collar from the buttons sewn behind.
