Grade 2 USGI M1926 Wool Coat
Grade 2 USGI M1926 Wool Coat

Vendor:Americana Pipedream Apparel

Grade 2 USGI M1926 Wool Coat

$149.99
Description

This is a Grade 2 listing, all products listed here will have defects including but not limited to missing buttons and features, tears or holes. We do not accept returns on Grade 2 items for condition.

Coat listed here is approximately size large. 

As in many other militaries of the time, officers in the United States Army were expected to purchase some of their own gear from private tailors. Typically of a higher quality, these coats were made to set specifications laid out by the Army; in this case, the M1926 Officer's Short Overcoat.

A Mackinaw-style coat with a generous shawl collar, these coats were used by officers throughout WWII; however, the Civilian Conservation Corps adopted this same coat as a stopgap in the mid 1930s. Typical private purchase coats include a liner, high-quality wool, and civilian tags such as those for sale here. CCC contract coats typically lack a liner and have QM tags that refer to the jackets as "tent. spec." These CCC specific coats were only used for a brief time as the Corps designed its own purpose-built replacement shortly thereafter. CCC coats can be distinguished by their lower-quality wool, lack of lining, and the aforementioned tag. 

By purchasing one of these coats, you're getting a unique piece of American history. Expect all coats listed here to be of officer/private purchase spec. 

The Short & Sweet:

  • Authentic USGI 
  • Higher-quality wool than M1938 equivalent 
  • Large shawl collar 
  • Double-breasted front 
  • "Officer buttons" 
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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

  1. Unissued
  2. 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. 
  3. Issued; Good / Issued
  4. 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.
  5. 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.
  6. Grade 2
  7. 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.
  8. 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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