Original WW2 Dated British Army Camouflage Windproof Smock - Size 1

A rare original British Army 'Smock, Windproof Camouflage' dating from the Second World War which is a size No. 1. 

This pattern of smock was introduced in 1943 and saw widespread issue during 1944 and 1945 with a variety of units. Based on the same design as the earlier denim, drab and snow smocks; these camouflaged examples also proved popular in the post-war period and were used by French forces amongst others. 

The smock is made from a lightweight gabardine which has the camouflaged pattern screen printed onto it. It features four patch pockets at the front which all fasten with green coloured vegetable ivory (plastic) buttons. There is a hood which fastens with a drawstring and a larger drawstring is fitted to the bottom hem. The sleeves feature reinforcing patches made from the same material as the rest of the smock and there are adjustable tabs and buttons located to each cuff. The smock has been converted with a 1940s brass 'D.O.T' branded zipper with brass puller. A stripe of poplin cotton has been added as a fly behind this and it is clearly an original period conversion which has been professionally done. 

Inside the smock the original label is still present but is washed out leaving none of the details legible. It is however a 1940s made example and not a later produced jacket.

The smock would have originally been labelled as a size No. 1. When laid flat it measures - 

Chest - 27"
Inside arm - 18 1/2"
Outside arm - 18 3/4"
Shoulders - 25 1/2"
Length at rear - 26"

The smock is in good condition overall and displays well. It is still very wearable with no serious flaws or damage. There are however numerous period repairs which are illustrated in the pictures as well as some small nicks etc. There is some wear to the right side of the zip tape at the bottom but it functions as it should. There is also some wear along the bottom edge as is commonly found with these smocks. Please take time to study these before purchasing and bear in mind that it is a vintage, used item which has some small issues commensurate with age. 

An iconic piece of camouflage uniform which is a must have for the serious collector!  

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