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Authentic vintage 1950s U.S. Army M-1951 (M51) Field Jacket manufactured by Cohen-Fein Company.
This is an original M-1951 military field coat in classic Olive Green Shade No. 107, featuring the distinctive construction and details associated with the M51 field jacket.
The original military labels remain inside the jacket. The specification label identifies the garment as COAT, MAN’S, FIELD, OLIVE GREEN, SHADE NO. 107 and shows MIL-C-11443B specification markings with a March 1957 pattern/specification date. The labels are heavily faded from decades of age and use.
Original Tagged Size: SHORT SMALL
The original military sizing label remains attached and reads:
SHORT SMALL
Height: 63” to 67”
Chest: 33” to 37”
Stock No.: 8405-255-8691
Condition Details
This is an authentic vintage military garment with genuine age and use wear. The olive-green exterior shows fading, discoloration, spotting, wrinkles and other wear associated with a decades-old field jacket.
There are reddish/brown stains or marks near the sleeve/cuff area, which are shown in the photographs.
The interior military labels have substantial fading and fraying but remain attached and retain identifiable information. Please examine the detailed label photographs carefully.
The jacket has not been aggressively cleaned or restored.
No removable quilted liner is included.
Please review all photographs carefully, as they are an important part of the description and show the jacket’s actual condition, labels, hardware and measurements.
Brand: U.S. Army / U.S. Military
Manufacturer: Cohen-Fein Company
Type: Field Jacket / Field Coat
Model: M-1951 / M51
Original/Reproduction: Original
Tagged Size: Short Small
Size: Small Short
Chest Size: 33–37” (original military label)
Recommended Height: 63–67” (original military label)
Stock Number: 8405-255-8691
Department: Men
Era: 1950s
Color: Olive Green
Military Color: Olive Green Shade No. 107 / OG-107
Material: Nylon/Cotton
Pocket Lining Material: Wool Blend
Closure: Metal Zipper / Snap / Button
Zipper Brand: TALON
Pockets: 4 Front Flap Pockets
Features: Epaulets, Wool Blend Pocket Linings, Drawcord Waist/Hem, Adjustable Cuffs
Specification: Date: March 1957
Military Branch: U.S. Army
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Vintage: Yes
