Issued Bulgarian Wool Greatcoat
Description
A classic Eastern Bloc greatcoat. Manufactured in the People's Republic of Bulgaria from the 1950s to 1980s, these greatcoats have some lovely Combloc charm. This version comes with two slant pockets on the torso and an interior pocket. There is variation in button and closure style, single and double-breasted coats are included in this listing. Product may vary from listing photo.
Most of these greatcoats are in deadstock condition, but have been marked as issued due to their age and slight storage wear.
There will be some variations in color, insignia or lack thereof, and aesthetics. Photos show an example and are not a representation of every coat sold.
The Short & Sweet:
- Genuine Bulgarian army surplus
- Issued; Good condition
- Interior cotton lining
- 100% wool construction
- Two slant pockets
- Single-breasted design
- One interior pocket
Pairs well with
Customer Reviews
The greatcoat smells awesome; like Motor oil and men.
I scoff at the sissies that ordered this coat and b* tched and moaned about the smell. They expected roses, perhaps? No, this is the unapologetic fragrance of horsepower and heroism.
It literally smells like a mechanic shop.
Sexii man smell.
Who among humankind dislikes the perfume of a well oiled machine?
Sissies and ugly womans, thats who.
Even my cat was overwhelmed. She sniffed the coat, her eyes widened in disbelief, and she fled the room — avoiding even the chair where the coat now rests in regal solitude. She will either acclimate to smell or reveal herself as an ugly woman cat with questionable taste.
Literally all of this is true - my cat really is uncomfortable and it does smell of shop rag -
They definitely don't make them like this anymore! Fantastically warm and has great heft. Even came complete with a pocketfull of Bulgarian soil lol. I will definitely have to have it dry cleaned and the wrinkles removed. For those wondering I also got one with the red accents. I love that when buttoned up it wraps around your torso as it goes down for maximum warmth, and with the split coat tails I should have no problem with mobility. For those also wondering about the internal button/clasp style there are the obvious buttons down the middle, although there are also small metal slide clasps on the collar, the top of the outer flap, and about mid way down the buttons to give it some overlap on the buttoning and keep it clean looking.
True to size and it has a nice amount of weight to it. You can't get a 100% wool coat like this anymore, especially not for this price. They literally don't make them like this anymore unless you want to spend hundreds of dollars and they won't be nearly as cool. It does smell thickly of gasoline but the coat is very durable and can be thrown in a washing machine on a wool setting with no issues. I let it air out for a few days, ran it through the washing machine and soaked it in a tub of warm water and dawn for hours. Then just let it air dry in the sun.
This is the warmest coat I have ever owned.
It's magnificent
Exactly as described, and very kind and welcoming customer service :)
Curious About Sizing?
Given the massive variety of clothing we carry, a standard sizing guide is incredibly helpful for customers seeking the best fit.
Please understand that surplus varies widely in fit and cut and this sizing chart is general advice rather than tailor-level fitting.
Nearly every military has different sizing charts and schemes, which is why we've taken the time to put together this brief tutorial.
Jacket & Shirt Sizing
In absence of an established military size chart, we measure each jacket or shirt from armpit to armpit to get a rough idea of how it fits. If a garment is between sizes, we mark it one size down. For example, if a shirt measures 19.75" from pit to pit, it is marked as a small rather than medium.
To measure pit to pit, close up your shirt or jacket and measure from armpit to armpit.
This is our measurement guide that we use to measure garments without an existing military size chart:
14"-15" PtP = XXS
16-17" PtP = Extra Small
18"-19" PtP = Small
20-21" PtP = Medium
22-23" PtP = Large
24-25" PtP = Extra Large
26-27" PtP = XXL
28-29" PtP = 3XL
Pant Sizing
We typically convert pants to US waist and inseam sizes. If a pair of pants is between sizes, we mark it one size down. For example, if a pair of pants measures as a 33 waist, it is marked as a 32 waist.
To take these measurements we lay a pair of pants flat on the ground. We then measure across the waist and double the measurement. For example, if a pair of pants measures 16" across the waist it will fit a US 32 waist.
To determine inseam we measure from the crotch seam to the bottom of the cuff. For example, it a pair of pants measures 30" from the crotch seam to the bottom of the cuff we will list it as a 30 inseam or 30L.
Surplus Condition Guide
- Unissued
- These items are brand new. They may sometimes exhibit signs of storage. They may be new in their original factory packaging, but most times will not be.
- Issued; Good / Issued
- These items are in issued/used condition but are fully functional. This grade of surplus item may also exhibit signs of use such as stampings, small stains or general dirtiness.
- Issued items will not have missing or broken buttons, zippers or be missing any functional components unless noted as such in the product description. Any items you purchase that are marked as "Issued; Good" but exhibit these defects will be replaced free of charge by Americana Pipedream.
- Grade 2
- These items are in issued/used condition but have defects that impede function. This may include missing buttons, broken zippers, holes and tears. They may also be missing components.
- This is the lowest grade of surplus item that we carry and they are not eligible for returns or exchanges due to condition.
Prop 65 Warning
All products that are NOT INTENDED FOR CONSUMPTION OR NOT FOOD PRODUCTS fall under this warning:
“WARNING: This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer.” WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including arsenic, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.”
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Issued Bulgarian Wool Greatcoat
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