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Original U.S. Army men's wool gabardine overcoat manufactured December 31, 1954 — a genuine Korean War / early Cold War-era military garment with its original Quartermaster specification label still present and highly legible.The original label identifies the coat as:OVERCOAT, MEN'S
WOOL GABARDINE
14.5 OZ.
TAUPE, SHADE 79
WITH REMOVABLE LINER
SIZE 34RManufacturer: Cosmopolitan Mfg. Co.
Manufacture Date: Dec. 31, 1954
Specification: MIL-O-003219B
Stock No.: 8405-261-6472
Pattern Date: 7-10-52
Philadelphia Q.M. Depot
Material: 100% Wool
Size: 34RThis is the classic U.S. Army Taupe Shade 79 officer-style overcoat from the 1950s, constructed from substantial 14.5 oz. wool gabardine.Features include:
• Double-breasted front
• Full matching waist belt with buckle
• Shoulder epaulets
• Right shoulder storm/gun flap
• Adjustable buttoned sleeve straps
• Wide convertible collar
• Rear center vent
• Original military specification label
• 100% wool gabardine constructionThe specification label states "with removable liner." Please note that the original removable liner is NOT PRESENT and is NOT included with this coat.An interesting piece of mid-century American military clothing, particularly desirable for collectors of Korean War and early Cold War militaria as well as vintage menswear enthusiasts.This same style of U.S. Army Taupe Shade 79 overcoat is also closely associated with the distinctive overcoat worn by FBI Special Agent Dale Cooper in the television series Twin Peaks, making the design recognizable beyond military collecting. This coat is not represented as screen-used or connected to the production.Condition: Preowned vintage military condition with age and wear consistent with a garment manufactured in 1954. The exterior presents well overall in the photos, with normal signs of storage and previous use. Original belt and visible hardware/details are present as shown. The military specification label remains remarkably legible for its age. The removable liner referenced on the manufacturer's label is missing and is not included. Please review all photographs carefully for exact cosmetic condition, construction details, and signs of age or wear.
Approximate measurements, taken with garment laid flat:• Shoulder to shoulder: 18"
• Pit to pit: 18"
• Length: 41"
• Sleeve: 31" from center back of collar to end of cuffPlease compare these measurements with a similar garment that fits you well, as vintage military sizing may differ from modern sizing.
