A vintage 1950s Royal Navy issue raincoat or trench coat made by "Denbirayne" from gabardine fabric in navy blue colour. Cut in a classic double-breasted style with set-in sleeves, medium padded shoulders, removable collar storm tab stowed inside, slash pockets, kick vent, & attached half-belt with leather-covered buckle which can be fastened at the back, in which case there is a slot to tuck the buckle inside for neatness, or around the front. Fully lined with light grey cotton twill fabric.
Please study the photographs carefully - they form an important part of the description.
NB Accessories not included.
Size: Suggested Small Short/Regular - Photographed on a 38" mannequin over a suit jacket.
All measurements are external, taken with the garment laid flat, to be doubled where appropriate for circumference (with approx. metric equivalent):
Chest - armpit to armpit: 22 1/2" (57cm)
Shoulder to shoulder: 18" (46cm)
Shoulder to cuff: 25" (63.5cm)
Armpit to cuff: 18 1/2" (47cm)
Waist: 22 1/2" (57cm)
Back length - base of collar to hem: 41 1/2" (105.5cm)
Condition:
In good condition with some wear overall & some flaws: the hem has been turned up by 2 1/2"; there are pieces missing that would prevent it being let down - there is some fading around the collar - a patch of faint white marks by the right cuff - a spot of white paint on the inner left sleeve - a few other faint marks & some shine to the high spots - one button missing under the collar for the storm tab - the lining has marks & fading, a faint name & service number below the label, the right pocket bag has partly torn away, the left pocket bag is missing the securing tab button . Has been thoroughly steamed & brushed prior to listing.
I have a no returns policy - please check the above measurements and compare to a similar garment of your own before buying - no refund offered for items that don’t fit.
