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Original British Army 1960 Pattern Combat Smock - Size 9

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Code: 53332



An original 1960 pattern combat smock in a size 9 which was made in the early 1970s.

This pattern of smock was introduced in the early 1960s and replaced the earlier Sateen combat smock. It is the for-runner to the famous 1968 pattern combat smock issued throughout the 1970s and 1980s. Notable features of this earlier smock is the flat green colour and the stitched collar. 

The smock is made from a dark olive green coloured cotton sateen and features patch pockets to the chest and lower patch pockets which have an invert pleat to allow them to expand. Long sleeves end in a buttoning barrel cuff whilst the elbow features a double layer reinforcement. The left breast pocket features a stitched section to allow a pen to be held. The zipper is a metal example marked 'NZ'. 

Inside the jacket is a large poachers style pocket to the bottom which fastens with a single button. Both the waist and bottom drawstrings are still present as is the original label. The label bears the title 'Smock, Combat (1960 Pattern)' and the maker's name of 'James Smith & Co (Derby) Ltd'. There is also an A/78 contract number which dates the jacket to the very early 1970s. The size is stated as 9 which is designed to fit someone between the height of 5' 11" and 6' 2" with a chest size between 43" and 46". 

When laid flat the jacket measures - 

Chest - 25 3/4"
Inside arm -20 3/4"
Outside arm - 27 1/2"
Shoulders - 20 3/4"
Length - 34 1/2"

The smock is in good condition with signs of wear and use. It has various marks and stains etc but overall is still very wearable with a good 'used' look to it.Please study the pictures before purchasing as this is a vintage item. 

A nice original example in the largest size produced!