RAF 1980 Mk3 Cold Weather Flying Jacket some light marking and yellowing

some light marking and yellowing from age

Collar to hem 23"

This is a great example of the WW2 issue pattern made on a USAAF contract number is dated 1945

Of all the pieces I own

RAF 1980 Mk3 Cold Weather Flying Jacket some light marking and yellowingA British vintage classic, and all round wonderful jacket. Of all the pieces I own, I wear this the most! Developed in the late 60s to replace the draughty 1951 pattern parka, the Mk3 jacket would come with a matching pair of trousers, and were specifically designed for the Vulcan, Lightning and other jets of the age. Made of a windproof cotton gaberdine outer layer, mesh insulation and a ventile lining layer, these jackets are surprisingly warm and