Original 1960 Pattern Combat Smock

An original 1960 pattern combat smock in well used condition.

This pattern of smock was introduced in the early 1960s and replaced the earlier Sateen combat smock. It is the for-runner to the famous 1968 pattern combat smock issued throughout the 1970s and 1980s. Notable features of this earlier smock is the flat green colour and a stitched collar.

The smock is made from a dark olive green coloured cotton sateen and features patch pockets to the chest and lower patch pockets which have an invert pleat to allow them to expand. Long sleeves end in a buttoning barrel cuff whilst the elbow features a double layer reinforcement. The left breast pocket features a stitched section to allow a pen to be held. The zipper is a metal example which is marked 'AZF' to the front which stands for Aero Zipper Fasten whilst the rear is marked 'Great Britain'. 

Inside the jacket is a large poachers style pocket to the bottom which fastens with a single button and both the central and the bottom drawstrings are still present. The original has been removed.

The jacket is a small size and when laid flat it measures - 

Chest - 23 1/2"
Inside arm - 22"
Outside arm - 27"
Shoulders - 19 3/4"
Length - 32"

The smock is in worn condition with plenty of signs of wear and use. It has been washed and has taken on a soft, pliable eel which is very nice. It is in wearable condition but has a number of flaws including a small hole to the rear of the body and wear around the inside of the collar. These issues have been reflected in the price but please study the pictures before purchasing as this is a vintage item. 

A well worn original example with some real character!