Original U.S. Navy WWII USN Hook Front Blue Deck Jacket - Circa 1943
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Original Item: Only One Available. This is an excellent example of an ultra rare World War Two U.S. Navy jacket. The US Navy fought a global war during WW2, from the balmy South Seas to the howling gales of the North Atlantic. Early in the war, a specially designed blue deck jacket was introduced for sailors doing exposed duty "topside".
The first model deck jacket featured a zip front, which was hard to manipulate, and could be rendered inoperable in freezing temperatures. In 1943, an improved "hook front" closure deck jacket was issued, far easier to put on and remove with gloved hands in cold weather. As the tempo of the war accelerated in 1944, with numerous amphibious operations being launched in the Pacific and the ETO, the blue deck jacket gave way to khaki for better concealment ashore.
This US Navy World War Two Front hook Deck Jacket is in very good condition, with minor overall fading and wear. The upper back is stenciled in white U.S. NAVY. It features original knit cuffs and original navy blue knit wool collar and waistband, sports all of the original, fully functional darkened metal hook closures down the front. It features slash entry lower front "D" pockets, bears a warm navy blue melton wool lining, and is an honest example of a very rare, original US Navy WW2 HOOK FRONT BLUE DECK JACKET!
Approximate Measurements:
Collar to shoulder: 11”
Shoulder to sleeve: 27.5”
Shoulder to shoulder: 20”
Chest width: 23”
Waist width: 22”
Hip width: 22”
Front length: 28”
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