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Buzz Rickson 1942 Winter Tanker Jacket
Size: 40R
Color: Olive Drab
Mint Condition, seldom used.
Just hanging in my closet and someone should really use this for the Winter Season.
Quick Specs:
External 12oz Cotton Twill, Internal 26oz Wool lining = SUPER TOASTY
Measurements:
Chest (p2p): 22.5 inches
Sleeve (shoulder to cuff): 24.5 inches
Length: 26 inches
For reference, I'm 5'7" and 170lbs. I wear 42-44 in Flathead shirts and Large in Iron Heart.
The story (from Eastman Leather):
Officially designated as 'Jacket Winter, Combat', the 'Tank' jacket was originally intended for all branches of the U.S. Army as a general issue winter jacket. However, it was re-designated for use only by U.S. armoured troops, hence its nickname - 'Tank' (or 'Tanker') jacket.
Ironically, it still managed to find its way into the hands of many other units of the Army, such as the Infantry, and, strangely enough the Air Force where it can be occasionally seen worn by pilots.
The Tanker is another practical design garment to come out of the U.S. during WWII. It is also clear to see where many of the post-war 'wind-cheater' style jackets took their inspiration from; the Tanker was the forerunner of this concept.
Full Technical Specs:
http://www.buzzricksons.com/product_...products_id=44
http://www.historypreservation.com/h...rlanding_2.php
Buzz Rickson 1942 Winter Tanker Jacket
Size: 40R
Color: Olive Drab
Mint Condition, seldom used.
Just hanging in my closet and someone should really use this for the Winter Season.
Quick Specs:
External 12oz Cotton Twill, Internal 26oz Wool lining = SUPER TOASTY
Measurements:
Chest (p2p): 22.5 inches
Sleeve (shoulder to cuff): 24.5 inches
Length: 26 inches
For reference, I'm 5'7" and 170lbs. I wear 42-44 in Flathead shirts and Large in Iron Heart.
The story (from Eastman Leather):
Officially designated as 'Jacket Winter, Combat', the 'Tank' jacket was originally intended for all branches of the U.S. Army as a general issue winter jacket. However, it was re-designated for use only by U.S. armoured troops, hence its nickname - 'Tank' (or 'Tanker') jacket.
Ironically, it still managed to find its way into the hands of many other units of the Army, such as the Infantry, and, strangely enough the Air Force where it can be occasionally seen worn by pilots.
The Tanker is another practical design garment to come out of the U.S. during WWII. It is also clear to see where many of the post-war 'wind-cheater' style jackets took their inspiration from; the Tanker was the forerunner of this concept.
Full Technical Specs:
http://www.buzzricksons.com/product_...products_id=44
http://www.historypreservation.com/h...rlanding_2.php
