Original 1940s US Navy N-4 Deck Jacket - Size 36

An original United States Navy N-4 Deck jacket in a smaller size, dating from the 1940s. 

Officially referred to as the N4 Field jacket, this USN item closely resembles its Army counterpart, the M1941 Field Jacket. The main differences between the two are that the USN version is a darker green and does not feature epaulettes or the button tabs to the wrists. This pattern of jacket was made at the same time as the heavier N-4 Deck jackets but offered an intermediate weight option.

The jacket features a cotton shell and green coloured wool liner like its army counterpart. It features a brass 'Talon' branded zipper with bell shaped puller, typical of those found on US made military jackets of the 1940s. The zip is hidden behind a button fly which features 6 buttons whilst there is another button on the underside of the collar to allow it to be fastened around the neck.

The front of the jacket features the standard 'U.S.N' stencil to the left breast which is still clear. There is evidence of where a tape has been fitted over this at some stage, as well as another to the other side of the chest. There is also evidence of where a patch was fitted to the left shoulder previously. 

The jacket is a small size and will suit someone of around a 36" chest depending on desired fit. When laid flat it measures -

Chest - 20 1/2"
Inside arm - 18"
Outside arm - 23 1/4"
Length - 23 1/2"
Shoulders - 18"

The jacket is in good condition for its age with some signs of wear and age. Overall it presents well, the zip is in good working order and all the original buttons are present. There is a small repair to the rear which is hidden by the action back (picture 10) and there is some wear to the cuffs. Please study the pictures and bear in mind that this is a pre-worn, vintage item which may have small issues commensurate with age. 

A nice original example of this very wearable pattern of jacket!     

This is a vintage item which is 'sold as seen'