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Vtg 1940s WWII US Army M1941 HBT Coveralls 13 Star Belted Tanker Uniform 40R
ITEM DESCRIPTION
Up for sale is an incredible, authentic pair of World War II era U.S. Army M1941 (1st Pattern) Herringbone Twill (HBT) combat/mechanic coveralls.
This pair features all the premier early-war construction hallmarks, including the full attached cloth waist belt with metal buckle, 13-star metal tack buttons throughout, pleated chest pockets, and button-adjusting leg cuffs. Stamped size 40 Regular inside.
Provenance Bonus: Found directly in the chest pocket is a vintage 1947 receipt from Turner Lumber & Fuel Co. (Opportunity, Washington) dated April 16, 1947, along with two small vintage metal screws/nuts, offering a unique historic window into post-war civilian use.
DETAILS & FEATURES
Era: WWII / 1940s (Contract Tag Dated Dec 23, 1941)
Pattern: M1941 1st Pattern HBT Coverall
Fabric: Heavyweight Olive Drab Herringbone Twill (HBT) Cotton
Hardware: 13-Star Metal Tack Buttons & Metal Belt Buckle
Tag Size: 40 Regular (40R)
Includes: Original 1947 Turner Lumber & Fuel Co. paper receipt found in pocket
FLAT MEASUREMENTS
(Taken flat as shown in photo reference)
Chest (Pit to Pit): ~21 inches
Waist (Across Belted Line): ~19 - 20 inches
Shoulder Width: ~19 inches
Sleeve Length (Shoulder Seam to Cuff): ~24 inches
Inseam: ~30 inches
Leg Opening / Hem: ~9.5 inches
Thigh Width: ~15 inches
CONDITION
Excellent, clean vintage condition for a 1940s military piece. The herringbone twill fabric maintains strong structural integrity and rich olive tone with minimal wear. All metal 13-star buttons and original belt buckle are attached and functional. Contract tag remains present inside the pocket. Please review all high-resolution photos for exact condition and measurement details prior to purchasing.
