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Up for sale is a museum-grade, remarkably preserved piece of American firefighting history. This is a fully matched, authentic antique uniform grouping featuring a Cairns & Bro Wool Fireman’s Dress/Parade Jacket and a matching custom 3D Leather Parade Belt from the \"Warren\" Fire Department.Because both pieces feature matching custom insignia and design elements, this is a true single-firefighter uniform grouping that has stayed together for decades.HISTORICAL PROVENANCE & DATING:
The jacket features the highly coveted, original internal manufacturer\'s tag reading: \"Cairns & Bro. Fireman’s Equipment, New York\". Because Cairns & Brother moved its manufacturing facilities from New York to Clifton, New Jersey between 1947 and 1948, this tag definitively dates this uniform to the pre-WWII or early post-war era (circa 1920s–1946).JACKET CONDITION & DETAILS:
• Material: Heavyweight, traditional black/dark dress wool.
• Condition: Near-perfect antique condition. Unlike most wool items from this era, it shows no major moth damage, severe smoke charring, or dry rot. Fabric remains structurally strong with vibrant color.
• Special Feature: Features a beautifully stitched, raised felt \"W\" patch on the chest, matching the belt perfectly.BELT CONDITION & DETAILS:
• Material: High-quality thick black dress leather.
• Lettering: Custom, artisan-crafted raised 3D white leather letters spelling out \"WARREN\".
• Accents: The white letters feature a distinct, vibrant red border outline (\"shadow effect\") creating a striking three-dimensional visual contrast.
• Condition: Leather remains strong and structurally sound. It shows signs of authentic vintage wear and use, which gives it a gorgeous historical patina (please review all photos to check the specific wear spots).TERMS OF SALE:
Please review all photos carefully before purchasing. This item is being sold strictly AS-IS with its natural vintage character. All sales are final, and no returns will be accepted under any circumstances.PRICE:
$1,000 or best reasonable offer. I have done my research and know the worth of this set. Low-ball offers will not be accepted.SHIPPING & HANDLING:
Buyer is responsible to pay for the shipping. Item will be shipped with full insurance and tracking.
I am located in New Hampshire and local pickup is also available.A NOTE FROM THE SELLER:
Selling from a private collection to help fund an upcoming wedding. Offers are welcome, but lowballs will be automatically declined. Thank you for looking and supporting our big day!Please ask all questions before making an offer to purchase. Thank you!
