Vintage WW2 British workwear - 1940s overalls - mechanic coveralls - 43” x 37” x 26”
Vintage WW2 British workwear - 1940s overalls - mechanic coveralls - 43” x 37” x 26”
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A set of British cotton twill coveralls, dating from the early-mid 1940s. Noted flaws - uneven, patchy faded colour throughout, various ingrained marks throughout, the main placket buttons are all replacements, missing the original contract label, various patched and small hand repairs throughout, various areas of frayed wear throughout, wear and damage at the cuff edges, pocket bags have been added by a previous owner, wear, repairs and damage at the pocket entries, the pronged back buckle fastening is a replacement - please see photos. Originally worn for mechanics work or by tank crew as a lighterweight coverall throughout WW2, tool pocket at the mid right leg, attached belt with pronged buckle at the back, single chest pocket, mandarin collar, stitched holes at the underarms, good quality cotton twill, broad arrow WD stamp inside the front placket, perfect for LARP events or for wearing as is, freshly laundered, suitable for everyone.
Measurements taken lying flat -
Pit to pit - 21.5" (43" doubled)
Shoulders - 17"
Arms - 27"
Shoulder - waist - 19.5"
Waist - 18.5" (37" doubled)
Rise - 15.5"
Inside leg - 26"
Hips - 22" (44" doubled)
Leg opening at hem - 9”
Total length - 57.5”
Please check your measurements carefully!
Sizing
Sizing
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Worldwide Postage
Worldwide Postage
I gladly send items worldwide, unfortunately, 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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European Postage
European Postage
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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