Description: Like new condition purchased from The Real McCoys Japan. Incredibly warm and beautifully made piece. Worn only a handful of times since I live in Los Angeles, and it rarely gets cold enough to wear it. The USN ALPACA VEST was a layer piece worn by the US Navy during the Second World War. Made from a cotton poplin shell and finished with a plush alpaca lining, aspects of this garment borrowed elements from the N-1 deck jacket.The actual origins of this piece are elusive as there is no military specification tag available to refer to. However, archive images and found vintage pieces with evidence of being signed off by inspectors do confirm the vests role among sailors. The prevailing theory being that the USN ALPACA VEST was a civilian garment that would have been made by a contractor with experience and skill in crafting military uniform.The smooth handle of the shell found on vests worn in the 40s has been carefully replicated with our cotton poplin, while the alpaca lining adds a comfortable, insulating layer.100% Cotton poplinAlpaca wool pile lining40s brass bell-shape zipCotton placketCotton thread constructionMade in JapanChest: 21.5Length: 23.6Shoulder: 13.4
Price: 245 USD
Location: Studio City, California
End Time: 2024-11-04T03:46:30.000Z
Shipping Cost: 14 USD
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Brand: The Real McCoy's
Size Type: Regular
Outer Shell Material: Cotton
Department: Men
Type: Vest
Size: 42
Color: Khaki
Model: Real McCOY 'S N-1
Style: Military Jacket
MPN: MJ22115
