Near Mint "M 1947" Parka Size Medium

This is an "M-1947" United States Army parka in near mint condition. This parka style was also used by the Marines during the Korean War. It is no small matter to put on, weighing in at just under eight pounds, and has a removable lining (including the hood).

Circa 1947.

Size medium.

Cotton blend shell, mouton lining, wool-lined pockets (upper two), metal zipper, resin buttons, canvas belt, metal buckle, leather eyelets, nylon cord.

Zipper, buttons on placket and also on pockets and at cuffs, draw-cords at hood, belt with buckle, snaps along edges to secure lining.

M on tag.

This is from a United States Army collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. VBEX10 LBEJX5/11 SBEJX2/12

9 (ExcellentÑNear Mint): The parka is in extremely nice condition with a few small spots of light scuffing and one light stain inside hood.

As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.