VINTAGE US ARMY M51 FIELD JACKET 1958 PATCHED SIZE XSMALL REGULAR jacket ’s needs were actually considered

’s needs were actually considered during its design

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The MA-1 was designed by the United States Air Force to serve as an intermediate weight flight jacket for use all year

Operational command of Allied forces (including US forces) in the CBI was officially the responsibility of the Supreme Commanders for South East Asia or China

The lightweight nylon design allowed the pilot to wear the jacket open and be comfortable in warm weather

VINTAGE US ARMY M51 FIELD JACKET 1958 PATCHED SIZE XSMALL REGULAR jacket ’s needs were actually consideredDeveloped for the Korean War, the M1951 field coat was made from OG 107 water repellent and wind resistant sateen and had a zip front closure and button cuffs. It had both waist and hem drawstrings and in cold weather could be fitted with a detachable liner. A hood could be buttoned to the coats epaulets to provide protection against the elements for both head and face. Though they were rarely needed in Vietnam, field coats were worn in the Central