Description
WWII USAAF A-2 by Perry Sportswear, size 40 (approximately). The A-2 is a rich chocolate color and shows repairs to lining, and zipper and cuff replacements. The tag has faded but read: "TYPE A-2 DWG. NO. 30 Ð 1415 A.C. ORDER NO. 42 Ð 16175 (?) PERRY SPORTSWEAR NEWBURGH N.Y. PROPERTY AIR FORCE U.S. ARMY".
VINTAGE:Circa WWII
SIZE:Size 40. Approximately 23" from armpit to armpit; 26" length from collar to hem (on reverse); 25" from shoulder seam to cuff; 19" between shoulders
CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS:Leather, cotton, paint, metal.
ATTACHMENT:Replacement metal zipper.
MARKINGS:"TYPE A-2 DWG. NO. 30 Ð 1415 A.C. ORDER NO. 42 Ð 16175 (?) PERRY SPORTSWEAR NEWBURGH N.Y. PROPERTY AIR FORCE U.S. ARMY"
ITEM NOTES:This is from a USAAF A-2 collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. CON-JST-20-15 LEIEX3/15 SGDJX7/16
CONDITION:6+ (Fine&emdash;Very Fine): Jacket shows moderate wear and replacement lining, zipper, and cuffs.
GUARANTEE:As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.