A Guide to U.S. Army Field Jackets – From M-41 to M-65 - Heddels
WEBApr 30, 2018 · Unlike a handsome flight jacket, or jauntily-cocked sailor’s cap, the field jacket was often a study in poor planning and general discontent. On the eve of World War II, all nations were shedding the brightly-colored uniforms of the previous century in favor of more effective camouflage.
Vintage Original US Military Field Jackets | Rare Gear USA
WEBShop Rare Gear USA's collection of authentic vintage field jackets, including M65, M51, M43 and M41. Our selection features jackets from various conflicts, including WW2, Korean War, Vietnam War and Gulf War. Browse now and discover US Army, USMC, USN and USAF jackets at great prices.
M65 Field Jackets | Unique Selection | Army Surplus World
WEBDuring World War II, the military first designed field jackets to keep soldiers warm and dry. They had aimed to create a new piece of outerwear that wouldn’t sacrifice utility and offered more protection and functionality while in use.
M1941 Field Jacket - Wikipedia
WEBThe Jacket, Field, O.D. (also unofficially known as O.D. Cotton Field Jacket, Parsons Jacket, or M1941) is a field jacket that was used by US Army soldiers, most famously during the beginning of World War II.
WWII US M41 Field Jacket - At the Front
WEBThe M1941 Field Jacket was introduced in 1940 and became the standard combat uniform for soldiers and Marines until the end of WWII. Based on recommendations from Maj. Gen. James Parsons, the jackets are hip length, loose fitting, and designed for freedom of …
US GI M41 Enlisted Field Jacket WWII - WW2 Gear
WEBDec 16, 2017 · Experience a piece of history with the iconic US Army M41 jacket, a staple garment issued to all US Army soldiers who landed in Normandy during WW2, including the 1st Infantry, 29th Infantry Divisions, and the US Rangers. This jacket has also made appearances in many WW2 films.
US WWII M43 Field Jacket - At the Front
WEBReproduction of the first production WWII issue M1943 Field Jacket. Made directly from original July 1943 contract examples, using Teflon treated 100% cotton sateen cloth shells, lined with OD3 poplin, lower pockets reinforced with 3/4" webbing and finished out with exact reproduction buttons.
The History of The Field Jacket | Featuring The Real McCoy’s
WEBThe first iteration was designed in 1941 as part of the World War II combat uniform. All field jacket designs from this point would be referred to by their year of design e.g. the M-41. The Real McCoy’s have taken the original and examined the details down to the finest points.
The Definitive Buyer’s Guide To M-65 Field Jackets - Heddels
WEBDec 23, 2014 · Short for “M-1965,” the year of it’s debut and first use, it served as a replacement for U.S. troops world-wide of the M-1951 field jacket, which in turn was the second iteration of the M-1943 field jacket from World War II.
M41 FIELD JACKET - USED BY AMERICAN IN WWII - Military Tour
WEBM1941 Jacket (also known as M41 Jacket) is a field jacket used by US Army soldiers, most famously during the beginning of World War II. In 1941 it started to be phased in as a replacement for the wool four pocket service coat and remained the standard issue garment for soldiers and Marines throughout WWII, with a few seeing service in Korea.