Reproduction of the WWII issue Winter Combat Jacket. Commonly called "Tanker" jackets, these were a component of the US Army Winter Combat Uniform, ostensibly designed for armored vehicle crews. Although issued to armored troops, many found their way onto troops of every type, as well as Marines. No wonder as these were far warmer and more practical than the M41 Field Jacket.

Our reproductions were patterned from my original jackets. These are made with 8 oz. cotton twill fabric with elasticized wool knit cuffs, collar and waistband, and Talon zippers. Cuffs are tubular meaning they have no seam. The lining is heavy 18oz. 100% wool. The information on the spec label is period correct.

Yes, these have the high pockets like originals- this is so they clear the pistol or cartridge belt.

(One quirk of WWII Winter Combat Jackets is the specification number on the labels. QMC spec. no. 26, is actually the "1st Model" Jacket which came out in early 1941. The more common model (this one) was officially no. 26A, which came out in early 1942...but, unlike just about all other uniforms, the contractors seemed to rarely (if ever) have updated the labels.)

Original Tanker Jackets. Note that the color varies, and the zipper does stop mid-way up the neck- not at the top.

Care: Dry clean only!

Imported