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WWII IMPRESSIONS ParatrooperJump Coat and Trousers(Airborne Jumpsuit)Exact facsimile of the 1941 pattern and 1942 contract."The best of the best"
Extremely well-made reproduction Paratrooper "COAT and TROUSERS, JUMPER", never worn. Of the scores of 'replicators of the Paratrooper Jumpsuit, WWII IMPRESSIONS, is probably the best made. And they are often OUT OF STOCK of desired items and sizes with LONG waits between 'restocks. This set is a very desirable, sought-after size!The Coat is stamped "46" and the Trousers are stamped "34 x 32" i.e. 34 Waist, 32 Inseam.
These are arguably the nicest reproduction made by Juan Gonzales's California-based company, WWII IMPRESSIONS.
+ ZERO holes, fraying, stains, personalized markings, loose stitching, seam separations, or damage. NEVER WORN.+ Very high "stitches per inch" throughout.+ Exacting attention to pattern detail, i.e. the construction of the "Bellows" Pockets, "Bi-Swing Back,Internal Hanger Loop, the Pocket and Epaulet design, etc.+ Correct Khaki -Light Shade OD#3 cotton twill fabric.+ Correct heavy white Canvas Pockets.+ Correct hardware, e.g. twonickel TALON zippers for the Knife Pocket and longbrass TALON zipper for the Coat front.+ Correct painted heavy brass Waist Belt Buckle.+ Correct Attached Fabric Belt.+ Correct Press Glove Snaps at the Throat Strap, Pockets,Epaulets+ Correct O.D. paintedVentilation Eyelets (4 at each armpit).+ Correct Edge Bindings on the trouser Cuffs.+ Correct brown 'melamine' Buttons on the 6-Button-front Trouser Fly and on the L rear trouser Pocket.+ Correct brown 'melamine' Buttons (4 in number) on the exterior of the Waistband for attaching Suspenders.+ SIZE: the Coat is stamped "46" and the Trousers are stamped "WAIST 34 INSEAM 32" on the heavy white canvas waist band.+ Measured DIMENSIONS of the Coat: Armpit to Armpit: 25 1/2" (equivalent to 51 chest, or XL). Waist of the Coat: 42" circumference. Sleeve: 24" (from the Shoulder Seam to the Cuff). Length of the Coat: 32 1/2" (from rear Collar seam to the Hem).
+ Exacting facsimile Contract Tags in the lower R Pocket of the Coat and on the reverse of the R front Trouser Pocket.+ CONTRACT TAG for the Coat:Coat, ParachuteJumperWWII ImpressionsCont. W-669-qm-22745Dated Nov. 6, 1942Q.M.C. Tent Spec.P.Q.D. No. 114Dated 12/30/41Stock No. 55-C-3585046RPhila. Q.M. DepotInspector
+ CONTRACT TAG for the Trousers:Trousers, ParachuteJumperWWII ImpressionsCont. W-669-qm-22745Dated Nov. 6, 1942Q.M.C. Tent Spec.P.Q.D. No. 114Dated 12/30/41Stock No. 55-C-3585034 x 32Phila. Q.M. DepotInspector
+ Plus an additional paper Size Tag is stitched to the exterior of the Waistband and reads, "TROUSERS 34 X32"
+ Note: Any overage in postage will be refunded!
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From the manufacturer's Description of the "Coat and Trousers, Parachute Jumper"
The Parachute Jumper Uniform was developed in 1942 by Col William Yarbrough along with the Jumper Boots and Jumper Wings insignia. The Colonel consulted with local Georgia tailors to design a distinct and sharp looking uniform that would be worn into combat by parachute troops. The uniform included several large capacity bellows cargo pockets in order to store extra munitions, rations, or other supplies that would be needed since troopers would deploy behind enemy lines. It was worn by troopers throughout WWII up until it was replaced by the M43 uniform in the Fall of 1944. During the Normandy Invasion, paratroopers wore this uniform fitted with special canvas reinforcements to critical areas for extra strength. This uniform was only issued to paratroops whom were proud to wear it. Many times the coat was worn during leave so as to stand out among the hordes of men wearing the standard Olive Drab service uniform. In the post WWII era paratrooper enthusiasts and veterans continued to nostalgically don the uniform as a tribute to the fighting men that wore them.
Collectors and enthusiasts have termed this uniform as the M42 Paratrooper Jumpsuit. We replicate this uniform authentically using domestically woven 100% cotton twill in the correct weight and density and dyed to a popular earthy tone shade of O.D. #3. You don't have to tolerate your suit turning orange from sun exposure and striping from sweat stains like our competitor's suits do. The dye we use is military spec for colorfastness and resistance to the sun. We use mercerized and glazed 100% cotton thread matched for color and gauge to stitch together the garment. A genuine brass Talon brand zipper with auto-bell slider closes the front of the coat. Mil-spec snaps colored in a dull nickel finish and are affixed to the cuffs, collar, pockets and flaps with caps that are dull blackened. The coat includes a cloth belt with a dull blackened metal slide buckle and cloth keeper. The trousers include a white cotton pocket, fly, and waist band lining. Solid cast medium brown plastic buttons are affixed for fly closure and suspender attachment. Both garments even include authentic WWII era QM inspector labels with sizing and contract info stitched in locations as historically done in the real garments. The Quartermaster or QM suit is our version of the standard unreinforced model.
