USAF CWU-7/P Mechanic Jacket Patched and quickly became the staple

and quickly became the staple jacket for the explosion in popularity of motorcycling in postwar Britain

This could easily be repaired by a bench jeweller

Shoulder to shoulder 16"

Lightly used with some marks on the fingertips

Comes with a deadstock 1945 US military strap

USAF CWU-7/P Mechanic Jacket Patched and quickly became the stapleDesigned and first introduced in the mid 1960s, the CWU 7 P was part of the USAF's Cold Weather Uniform (CWU) system to replace the outdated 1950s designed jackets. This particular piece was issued to groundcrew and mechanics and in Europe were often patched as per this great example! Condition Solid condition. A few areas of wear and tear but largely pretty good. Size Tagged a medium Pit to pit 22. 5" Shoulder to shoulder 19" Shoulder to cuff 25"