Original 1942 Dated US Officers Short Overcoat - Size 42R

An original 1942 Dated United States Army Air Force Officers M-1926 Short Overcoat dating from the Second World War which is a hard to find size 42R. 

Officially designated 'Overcoat, Short, M-1926', this is a first pattern example which features a shawl collar and buttoned integral belt. First authorised in 1926 it was superseded in 1943 for a simplified pattern which had no belt and a notched collar which makes this a genuine early war example. 

The coat is made from a blanket wool and features large vegetable ivory buttons as are often found on this pattern of coat. The large shawl collar features a loop to the left hand side allowing it to be buttoned across the wearer's neck. Flapped patch pockets are located to the front of the jacket and epaulettes can be found on the shoulders.

Inside the jacket features a full green coloured rayon lining which is quilted around the chest. There is a single interior pocket below which is the original label which reads 'Regulation American Officer's Overcoat', as often encountered on these jackets. The specification label is also still present and in excellent condition. This bears the 1942 date and the size of 42 Regular. 

The jacket is intended to fit of 42" chest

Chest - 23"
Inside arm - 17 3/4"
Outside arm - 27"
Length - 33 1/2"
Shoulders - 19 1/2"

The coat is in excellent condition as can be seen in the pictures. It displays extremely well but does have some very light moth grazing in a few areas. This is only noticeable on close inspection and overall it is an extremely clean example which would be hard to better. Please take time to study the pictures before purchasing and bear in mind that it is a vintage, pre-worn item which may have small issues commensurate with age. 

A great looking original coat in the sought-after early pattern. This would make a great addition to any collection or wardrobe without a doubt! 

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