Deadstock WWII U.S. Navy Blue 100% Kersey Wool Pembroke Peacoat size 40 - mint For Sale

Deadstock and mint condition World War II U.S. Navy Kersey Blue 100% Wool Pembroke Peacoat Men’s size 40. Made in Brooklyn, NY, around 1940!!U.S. Navy peacoats were officially manufactured in Brooklyn, New York, primarily at the Brooklyn Navy Yard under the oversight of the Naval Clothing Depot (later renamed the Naval Clothing Factory). The military’s production of these iconic coats at this facility peaked during the World War I (1910s–1920s) and World War II (1939–1945) eras. This official Navy manufacturing facility was formally established in Brooklyn in 1933 and operated through January 1951.This coat was manufactured during the 1940s (World War II era). The exact specifications of this coat confirm this specific decade: The Manufacturing Window (1940s): The tag reading "Manufactured by Naval Clothing Factory" (specifically mentioning Brooklyn, New York) combined with an official inspector's name (Inspector J.O.) is the definitive label style used strictly during the 1940s wartime production. The "10" Buttons: While World War II peacoats are technically classified as 10-button coats (arranged in two parallel rows of 5 and 5 buttons, there are 2 smaller buttons hidden under the collar to fasten the throat/collar tab). Corduroy-Lined Pockets: The Navy lined the hand-warmer pockets with heavy cotton corduroy exclusively from the late 1930s until roughly 1946. By the early 1950s (the Korean War era), the Navy completely phased out corduroy pocket linings and switched to white or off-white cotton twill. Because of the exceptionally high-quality Kersey wool used during this specific decade, this coat is highly sought after by collectors and vintage enthusiasts.Deadstock qualifications:Zero Custom Stencils: no original sailor's name, division number, or service branch stamped or written inside the lining.Crisp Factory Labels: The white contract tag or inspection stamp is perfectly white and legible, with no yellowing from sweat or age.Stiff, Unbroken Fabric: The 32 oz. Kersey wool is heavy and stiff, showing no signs of softening or creasing from wear.Flawless Details: The corduroy pockets have pristine, un-faded brown lining with absolutely zero pocket lint.