WWII USN M422 Flight Jacket in a size medium in good condition. This is a beautiful WWII USN M422 flight jacket that was issued towards the end of WWII in 1943 and is the precursor to what eventually became the G-1 flight jacket post WWII. This jacket is named to Knepton, Jr. in the inside pocket, but has no other identification.
The leather on the jacket is very supple and the wool muton collar is in excellent shape. The jacket's lining is clean and has no rips, the cuffs and waistbands have some small nips and tears, but to be expected for its age. The back of the collar has USN stamped in white, which was standard for its time. The Talon zipper is not functioning and is broken but can be replaced, and one pocket needs its button sewed back on (included). This is a must-have jacket and very rare to be in good wearable shape for its age.
Measurements
- Chest: 23 inches
- Shoulder: 18 inches
- Sleeve: 24.5 inches
- Length: 26 inches