WWII U.S. Army M1939 Wool Overcoat Early Wear‑Under Liner Corporal Rank OD Wool For Sale

WWII U.S. Army M1939 Wool Overcoat • Early Wear‑Under Liner • Corporal Rank • Overseas Service Bar

This is an authentic WWII U.S. Army M1939 Wool Overcoat, paired with its original WWII wear‑under wool liner. This early‑war liner was designed to be worn as a separate garment beneath the overcoat, rather than buttoned inside like later wartime liners. The coat features WWII Corporal chevrons and a single overseas service bar, indicating at least six months of wartime service outside the continental United States. All buttons are the correct WWII Great Seal metal buttons with untouched wartime patina.

Historical Significance

The M1939 overcoat was standard issue for U.S. Army enlisted personnel throughout World War II. Its heavy OD wool construction provided essential warmth during European winter campaigns, while the separate liner allowed soldiers to adapt to changing conditions. This example retains its original insignia and components, making it a strong representation of wartime enlisted outerwear.

This overcoat would have been worn over the M1941 Field Jacket, M1943 Combat Jacket, or the Class A wool uniform during WWII, making it a key outer garment in both stateside training and overseas deployment.

Features

• ✔ Authentic WWII M1939 Wool Overcoat
• ✔ Early‑war wear‑under wool liner (not the later button‑in type)
• ✔ Corporal rank chevrons (WWII pattern)
• ✔ Overseas service bar (6+ months overseas)
• ✔ Original WWII Great Seal metal buttons
• ✔ Heavy OD wool construction
• ✔ Classic belt‑back design
• ✔ Wartime contract tag present on liner

Exact Flat Measurements (Crucial for Fit)

Vintage military sizing runs significantly different than modern apparel. Please compare these exact flat measurements against a heavy jacket or overcoat you already own:

📐 Chest (Pit‑to‑Pit): 23"
📐 Sleeve Length (Shoulder Seam to Cuff): 27.5"
📐 Total Length (Collar Seam to Bottom Hem): 47" Modern Fit Equivalent: Typically fits like a Men’s Large–XL depending on layering. Condition

Used WWII military overcoat and liner with normal age‑related wear. Wool is strong and the coat is overall in very good vintage condition. A few small spots from age and storage are present, but no major holes, tears, or structural damage noted. The early wear‑under liner shows some age‑related discoloration from wartime use and long‑term storage, which is common for WWII wool garments and purely cosmetic. All insignia and Great Seal buttons are original. Please review all photos carefully to confirm the condition meets your expectations.

Authenticity

The liner includes the correct WWII tag:
“Manufactured for Governmental Use Only Under Patent Nos. RE21676 & 2198064.”
This confirms wartime production and government issue.

Collector Appeal

This is a strong example of a wartime-issued M1939 overcoat with original insignia and early‑war liner — ideal for WWII collections, reenactment displays, museum-quality restoration, or period-correct uniform builds.

Shipping

Ships fast and secure with tracking. This is a heavy WWII wool overcoat with its liner; packed shipping weight is approximately 12 lbs.

30-Day Returns Accepted (Buyer Pays Return Shipping)

We accept returns within 30 days of delivery. Because vintage items run differently than modern clothing, the buyer is responsible for all return shipping costs if the item does not fit. The garment must be returned in the exact condition pictured. Please review all flat measurements carefully before purchasing.

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