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    Original 1944 Dated Indian Made Aertex Battledress Jacket - Size 13

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    About this item

    An original WW2 Indian made British Aertex Battledress Jacket as used by a variety of British and Commonwealth servicemen in the latter part of the Second World War. 

    This pattern of jacket was introduced in 1943 alongside the KD Battledress trousers. It is made from cellular cotton, often referred to as 'Aertex', which is a lightweight, breathable fabric which is ideally suited to hot climates. Based loosely on the woollen battledress, the tunic is cut in a short 'blouson' style and features a full button front with waist belt. As well as this it features pleated chest pockets and an inner pocket. As this blouse was designed to be worn against the skin the button which fastens to the inner pocket is reversed and fastens through the inside of the breast pocket, meaning that the button can't rub on the wearer's skin. All of the buttons are the coconut husk type often seen on Indian made clothing and the waist belt fastens with a single prong buckle as was used for the cross belt trousers introduced in 1944. 

    Inside the jacket the original manufacturer's markings are still present. The usual circular date stamp often found in Indian made items is present and bears the date of February 1944. The size stamp is also present and reads '13'.

    The jacket is a smaller size and has been taken in slightly at the waist. It will suit around a 38" chest and when laid flat measures - 

    Chest - 22"
    Waist - 17 1/2
    Inside arm - 22"
    Outside arm - 25 1/2"
    Shoulders - 16"
    Length - 22"

    The jacket is in good condition with only limited signs of wear and use. Overall it has a very fresh look and displays very well with no notable staining save for one small mark to the rear.  Please study the pictures before purchasing and bear in mind that this is a vintage, pre-owned jacket.

    All in all a very nice example of this pattern of WW2 jacket.     

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    Additional Information

    Code

    54609 (MZ-45361)

    Period

    WW2

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