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  1. Dudley

    Questions About the United States Navy Peacoat

    I think the bottom line maybe behind your question is if the jacket is a quality jacket. If you are looking for a quality peacoat I will tell you directly the vintage US Navy peacoats from WWII through th early 70' s are the best quality jackets you will ever own. No after market product will...
  2. Dudley

    Questions About the United States Navy Peacoat

    Confirmed. Fouled anchor buttons in the correct places. The throat latch on the 1959 seems credible. Everything fits. A note, the lapels are about 1" narrower than my 1966 or 1974 coat. It looks like a completely different jacket. B
  3. Dudley

    Questions About the United States Navy Peacoat

    I am surprised as well. I will look it over carefully when it arrives. We will see if it is even possible to latch around the wide lapels. Here is the front pic
  4. Dudley

    Questions About the United States Navy Peacoat

    Just picked up this 1959 today for $65. What attracted me to this one is the throat latch. This is the first post WW2 peacoat (6 button) I have seen that actually has the latch. Jackets always have the buttons under the collar.Thoughts?
  5. Dudley

    Questions About the United States Navy Peacoat

    This is an unfamiliar tag. the jacket looks original. Thoughts?
  7. Dudley

    The ultimative Denim Trouser Thread?

    To avoid shrinking or fading, my initial question is if dry cleaning is a good option. Very little is written about this. Seems like a win win. Preserve the fit and color, keep it clean for longevity. Maybe I am over thinking this.
  8. Dudley

    The ultimative Denim Trouser Thread?

    Picked up a pair of 16.5 oz. Tellason raw selvedge jeans, Gustave. Thinking ahead about care, what do folks think about dry cleaning? Is it a safer option than washing, etc. Still contemplating whether to give them a cold wash before the first wear.
  9. Dudley

    Questions About the United States Navy Peacoat

    Did the navy ever issue a black peacoat in WWII? There is one on E-Bay and the seller insists it is black.
  10. Dudley

    Questions About the United States Navy Peacoat

    I stumbled on a 1942 edition of the Naval Officers' guide at a used book store. There was only one reference to peacoats, and it was in the attached picture.. The basic reference confirms what was stated in this thread before, namely, peacoats were for enlisted men and they were used...
  11. Dudley

    Questions About the United States Navy Peacoat

    https://navylog.navymemorial.org/search-navy-log
  13. Dudley

    Questions About the United States Navy Peacoat

    Yes. I’ll send it later.
  14. Dudley

    Questions About the United States Navy Peacoat

    The navy does have a historical enlisted personnel look up site. Includes pictures. I have used it and rarely found a match.
  15. Dudley

    Questions About the United States Navy Peacoat

    Dry cleaning is the the best way. Unless you know a good tailor with a steam press.
  16. Dudley

    Questions About the United States Navy Peacoat

    Every now and again you see a peacoat without the breast tag or stenciling. This one has the inspector neck tag, so it appears authentic. Any clues as to why no breast tag?
  17. Dudley

    Questions About the United States Navy Peacoat

    Super Nice WWI up for auction on E-Bay.
  19. Dudley

    Questions About the United States Navy Peacoat

    That is a great step. Filson , a company providing mackinaw wool jackets since the 1800's recommends for their wool jackets to hang them out like you are doing, or run them through the dryer (dry of course) to get rid of odors that attract pests.
  20. Dudley

    Questions About the United States Navy Peacoat

    Great collection!!! I love the diversity of years. And all in one awesome picture. How do you store your valuables for the summer? This is top of mind for me because I just spent the weekend storing my wool collection. Lots of garment covers and cedar!
  21. Dudley

    Questions About the United States Navy Peacoat

    Spoonbelly1950 found a 48 long. So there is some hope. Maybe make him an offer he can't refuse. He said it was a bit big for him.
  22. Dudley

    Questions About the United States Navy Peacoat

    https://www.ebay.com/itm/295628134557?hash=item44d4cf589d:g:uIwAAOSww2FkNusX&amdata=enc%3AAQAIAAAA4LCLjM6EwJuUqEI926LipRhix11RKY7uWR35Oc9zckEMNaHEWPNMHZRrsP4u1YvX8XN10s9OerIkFb5nCJMUTlx%2BeAW%2BPPJ3Nje%2B3P%2B0MrgGJb3%2BK8MempC4e3VFiVoGsqw5OI7fy1iTdi%2B7vxZT25EO6Q58SE0E%2BDfBacNEGLPzhO%2B7uW1EDfX...
  23. Dudley

    Questions About the United States Navy Peacoat

    I just checked, there is a 40-42 out there now. I would have the owner confirm the measurements.

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