Scarce Original 1944 Dated Women's Land Army V-Neck Jumper - Size 3

A rare original Women's Land Army Jumper clear dated 1943 which is a size 3. 

Formed in 1939, the WLA worked all over Great Britain throughout the Second World War. They wore a distinctive, and now iconic, uniform which this jumper formed a key part of. They were also worn by members of the Timber Corps but are now one of the hardest to find pieces of the uniform today. 

Machine made from a bottle green wool with a V-neck and long sleeves, the jumper is cut short in the body as was popular during this period. Inside the neck the original label is still present and bears the maker's initials of 'F. C. & W. Ltd' below which is tThe size of 3 and the 1943 date. The War Department broad arrow marking is also present confirming this as a genuine issue item.

The jumper is a good size and due to being made from wool will stretch larger than the sizes stated below. When laid flat it measures -

Chest - 18 1/2" (stretches to 19 1/2")
Inside arm - 18"
Outside arm - 21"
Shoulders - 13"
Length - 20"

The jumper is in great condition and whilst it has clearly been issued and worn it still displays very well. It is still a bright bottle green colour and the label is still bright and legible. It does however have a small darned repair to the front which appears to be period. Aside from this it is a very sound example which displays extremely well. 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. 

A rare opportunity for the serious collector to acquire a scarce original WLA uniform item which is in great condition and has a fantastic label. This would make a nice addition to any collection without a shadow of a doubt!  

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