Original 1945 Dated Royal Navy Officer's Blue Working Dress Blouse 12

Code: 53107

An original Royal Navy Officers Blue Working Dress Blouse dated 1945 and in good condition. 

After much resistance from the Admiralty to introduce a Battledress style uniform 'Working Dress' was introduced in January 1944 for officers. Made from black serge wool, the blouse was cut along the same lines as its British Army and RAF counterparts and is often referred to as 'No. 5A Working Dress'.  The jacket features two plain patch pockets and exposed buttons. The front fastens and again has exposed buttons, all of which are gilt examples whilst the waist fastens on one of three plain brown coloured buttons. The jacket features a notch lapel and pointed collar which can be fastened across the wearer's neck. 

Inside the jacket the original label is still present and is bright and legible. It states the size as No. 12 which is a larger size designed to fit a 40" - 41" chest and a 35" - 36" waist. The War Department broad arrow marking is present as is the 1945 date. 

The jacket is in very good condition as can be seen in the pictures. There are some limited signs of wear and use but overall it is a good, clean example. There are a couple of moth nips to one of the sleeves (picture 5) and a hole to the upper right sleeve (picture 6).  Please study the pictures before purchasing and bear in mind that this is a vintage, pre-owned item.

A nice original wartime dated example which would make a great addition to any collection!