ORIGINAL WWII UNITED SHEEPLINED CLOTHING CO. 18777 TYPE A-2

[Jorgeenriqueaguilera]

Gents,

Today I would like to share an original WWII example. This Type A-2 was made by United Sheeplined Clothing Co. under contract 42-18777-P awarded in May 1942.

This example is in unbelievable condition for being almost 80 years old. The leather is very supple and no patches were ever attached.

Original M-41 zipper is very firm and working perfectly.

Lining is spotless. This example has the AN stamp present from inspection. The original label was removed at some point but a perfect copy has been professionally reinstalled by the very same John Chapman. A mint pocket tag is still present. Size “44”.

Knits have some moth holes, which is very common due to the nature of the material.

That being said, hope you guys enjoy it!

Regards,
Jorge

 

[Jorgeenriqueaguilera]

 

[B-Man2]

What a gem!!

 

[Jorgeenriqueaguilera]

Proper fit pic

 

[mulceber]

Where the hell do you find these things, Jorge? Also, could you post measurements on this one? It looks like it's a good fit for you, which says to me it might fit more like a 42.

 

[Nickb123]

Extremely nice. Dig the beveled pocket corners.

 

[Jorgeenriqueaguilera]

Thanks, guys!

I got this example right before pandemic but just now I was able to take the proper shots.
I would say that this one fits true to its size. I got fit pics wearing both 42 and 44 USL.

Size 42

Size 44

 

[leper-colony]

Sweet!

 

[B-Man2]

While the numbers tell the story , the photos don’t look like there’s much of a difference between the two sizes . There’s basically 1/2 to 1 inch differences in the numbers . Fairly close .

 

[daw]

The time machine strikes again! Beautiful find.

 

[Nickb123]

If you ever decide to sell the 42...

 

[WBOONE]

I love to see originals that compare to modern high end repos in looks. With the added benefit of being 100% accurate by definition.

 

[Jorgeenriqueaguilera]

While the numbers tell the story , the photos don’t look like there’s much of a difference between the two sizes . There’s basically 1/2 to 1 inch differences in the numbers . Fairly close .

Yes, not much variation with the numbers but definitely you feel the extra room on the 44.

 

[Jorgeenriqueaguilera]

If you ever decide to sell the 42...

It was sold last year to a member here, Nick!

 

[Jorgeenriqueaguilera]

I love to see originals that compare to modern high end repos in looks. With the added benefit of being 100% accurate by definition.

Yes, nothing can beat an original!

 

[Silver Surfer]

Interesting that both of your use jackets appear to be in the slightly lighter russet. I have handled a few, and owned one, and they were in a slightly darker russet. Also, the hides were almost mc jacket weight. a knock out, Jorge.

 

[YoungMedic]

That thing looks NOS, incredible! Fit is right in too

 

[entertainment]

Amazing!

 

[ausreenactor]

Gents,

Today I would like to share an original WWII example. This Type A-2 was made by United Sheeplined Clothing Co. under contract 42-18777-P awarded in May 1942.

This example is in unbelievable condition for being almost 80 years old. The leather is very supple and no patches were ever attached.

Original M-41 zipper is very firm and working perfectly.

Lining is spotless. This example has the AN stamp present from inspection. The original label was removed at some point but a perfect copy has been professionally reinstalled by the very same John Chapman. A mint pocket tag is still present. Size “44”.

Knits have some moth holes, which is very common due to the nature of the material.

That being said, hope you guys enjoy it!

Regards,
JorgeView attachment 63782View attachment 63787View attachment 63783View attachment 63784View attachment 63785View attachment 63786

Verdigris! Grant would be 'frothing'!