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Vintage WW2 Fur Lined Vest Medium War Emergency Board Merchant Marines 40s
Condition: Used | Pre-owned vintage fur-lined vest with moderate wear. Fur lining intact. Canvas shell has faint spots, small marks and minor discoloration. Ties and seams remain intact.
Style: Fur lined vest made for the WW2 Merchant Marines by the War Emergency Board and the Fur Industry
Color: Olive drab green canvas shell with dark brown fur lining.
Size on tag: Medium
Material: Cotton canvas outer shell with plush fur lining; specific fiber content not listed.
Design details: Collarless neckline, full interior fur lining, and three front tie closures with matching canvas straps.
Features: Insulated bodywarmer-style vest designed for winter layering
The War Emergency Board of the fur industry formed a fur vest project. Various fur factories donate the services of their employees one day a week to make fur-lined vests for the merchant marines. The fur is all from voluntary donations from the public.
