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Vintage 1950s US Army M-1951 field jacket - Korean War era - Talon zipper - 40" chest

Vintage 1950s US Army M-1951 field jacket - Korean War era - Talon zipper - 40" chest

Regular price £120.00 GBP
Regular price Sale price £120.00 GBP
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An M-51 US army jacket, dated 1952. Noted flaws - uneven colour fading throughout, frayed damage at the collar fold and cuff edges, removed cloth patches from the upper left sleeve which has left a series of pin prick holes, the original Talon zipper runs smoothly but has lost its pull, machine repair at the base of the zipper, which has ripped, wear at the placket, missing both second cuff buttons, a blue stain on the inner lining - please see photos. Great condition otherwise, drawstring waist, original Talon zipper runs smoothly, contract stamp at the inner lower right and in the collar, original early 1950s military jacket, suitable for everyone.

Measurements taken lying flat -

Pit to pit - 20" (40" doubled)
Shoulders - 17"
Arms - 23.5"
Length - 30.5"

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For the time being, I’m unable to send items to Europe due to GPSR regulations. I’m working on returning to selling to Europe as soon as possible!

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