This tankards jacket made by Buzz Rickson's recreates the charm of vintage by thoroughly analyzing yarn spinning and weaving, fabric materials, parts, and forms.
Officially named “Jacket, Combat, Winer,” this jacket was developed in 1940, just before the U.S. entered World War II.
Two types of jackets existed: an early model with patch pockets and a later model with slash pockets, and this one is a reproduction of the later model.
The Tankers was adopted as winter cold-weather clothing for armored units, and a prototype was completed in 1941, with full-scale provisioning beginning in the same year.
Slash pockets are a characteristic of the later model.
Not only has the shape changed, but the position has also been raised to prevent objects from falling out of the pockets.
The outer fabric is water and wind resistant cotton twill, and the lining is made of 26 oz. wool, ensuring moderate heat retention.
As the name “Tankers” implies, this jacket was made for tank soldiers, and is equipped with pleats on both shoulders to allow for mobility when riding, making movement around the shoulders very smooth.
The ribs are made of wool material with excellent heat retention properties.
The ribs on the sleeves are knit in a seamless loop for an excellent fit.
The zipper is a brass size 5 square comma zipper, and the front placket is fitted with a storm flap to prevent wind from entering through the gap between the zipper and the jacket, among other details.
This is one of the simplest designs among the many military jackets, and is perfect for adding a rugged atmosphere to your coordination.
It has been worn in many movies and has many strong fans.
