Original US Military issue
100% cotton non-ripstop poplin
An excellent example of a 1st pattern Tropical Combat Coat with wartime Special Forces insignia. A 1st pattern jacket can be identified by its exposed buttons, epaulettes, waist adjustment tabs on the rear, and gas flap under the main closure. This jacket includes originally applied full-colour insignia and is attributed to a Master Sergeant of the 5th Special forces Group. All patches are US-made with a cut edge.
The numerous laundering numbers around the contract and instructions labels are an indication of months of wear. The original owner likely served early-war as an advisor to ARVN troops.
Dated 1963
Excellent condition with minor wear - All buttons, fittings and fixtures are present. The contract label is present and legible. There is some shadowing from a removed name tape above the right breast pocket. There is some other light sporadic staining & discolouration as seen.
Flat garment measurements in inches:
Chest: 42" (21" P2P)
Length: 31"
Arm: 24"
Shoulder: 19"
