One of the most iconic pieces of WW2 clothing, famous as much for it's long march across Europe as it is for Brad Pitt's turn as Wardaddy in the 2014 film Fury! What many people might not know, is that the name Tanker was only really applied post war, these were officially known as Jacket Winter, Combat. This is an example of the first pattern, and it is one of the hardest to find pieces of US Army WW2 clothing.
But more than just being a rare piece, this example has been beautifully hand embroidered. The US has a presence, largely led by the Marines in China from 1945 until 1949. Around these Americans grew a cottage industry customising garments, often jackets or tailored crackerjack jumpers. I've seen plenty of shirts, jackets and a peacoat or two, but never have I seen a beautiful first pattern tanker. Honestly, I think this is the best tanker I've ever seen, and it's worthy of the best collections in the world.
Condition
Used but solid. Some wear around the cuffs and a few repairs to moth nips on the knits, but apart from that solid! Original Talon zipper works like charm, and the lining is perfect!
Size
- No tag, but like would have been a medium
- Fits medium/large
- Pit to pit 25"
- Shoulder to shoulder 19.5"
- Shoulder to cuff 24"
- Collar to hem 23.5"