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Korean War Era - M-1951 Aircrew Field Jacket
The M-1951 field jacket was a US Army four pocket jacket made of 9-ounce wind resistant, water repellent treated cotton sateen cloth in
Olive Green Shade 107 (OG 107). It was redesignated as the M-1951 field coat in November 1956.
The uniform shown here is an example of the type used during the Korean war. Manufactured in 1954.
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This page is a recognition and identification guide for Korean war US military uniforms.
Multiple detailed photos of a specific sample are provided. Descriptions point out
clearly defined points that should be noted.
One of the most commonly asked questions is "How much is my Korean war US uniform worth?".
A price guide is included here to address this question. The value of the uniforms is
reviewed over a period of several years. A trend can be observed. The present worth
of the American military uniforms in the collector's market is illustrated.
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It was based on the M-1943 field jacket that was replaced by the similar M-1950 field jacket that had inside buttons for a button-in liner.
The M-1951 was given snap fasteners instead of buttons and a zipper. Unlike the M-1965 field jacket that replaced it, the M-1951 had button
cuffs, a pointed collar and had a separate hood that buttoned on to the collar. Many soldiers liked the M-1951 as it presented a sharper
appearance than the M-1965 field jacket when starched. It was still issued in many units as part of the organizational issue.
The example featured here is an aviation jacket. The patch found above the upper left pocket indicates an aircrew member. The
"US Army" tab is sewn directly under the patch.
The zipper was made of Aluminum. Of heavy duty construction. Manufactured by the Crown company.
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Unlike other American jackets, the M-1951 field jacket did not have a tag. Instead the information was stamped with Black ink.
The size was stamped in the neck area. The markings read:
LONG SMALL
Chest from 33 to 27 inches
Height from 71 inches and upward
Stock No. 55-J-610-35
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Additional markings are found behind the lower pockets. The markings read as follows:
JACKET, SHELL, FIELD, M-1951
Raritan sportswear company
DA-30-280-QM-23400-01-8527
Dated 14 January 1952
SPEC. No. MIL-J-11440
Pattern Date 13 Sept 1951
N. Y. O. M. P. A.
Inspector
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The main problem with the approach of ink stamping information on the jacket is that as it gets washed over the
years the markings tend to fade away.
A set of instructions is also stamped on the jacket.
JACKET, SHELL, FIELD, M-1951
- Wear as an outer garment in cold-wet climated and the
intermediate garment in cold-dry climates.
- Wear alone in mild weather.
- For cold weather, button in liner jacket, field, M-1951.
- Tighten waist and skirt ftawstrings and sleeve closures
for warmth - loosen to ventilate. Avoid overheating to
prevent chilling after exercise.
- Buttom on hood for head and face protection.
- Brush snow and frost from garments before entering heated shelters.
- Dry garments separately.
- Do not dry to close to heat.
- Water repellant may be restored by treatment
- Lubricate zipper with graphite or candle wax
Do not remove this label
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M-1951 JACKET VARIANT
It is interesting to note that
a rare example of the M-1951 Field Jacket in the 'emerald green' color Shade 255 was the Aggressor Field Jacket used by the US Army's
Aggressor Force until the late 1970s when the arrival of real Soviet uniforms were issued for more realistic training. This jacket,
along with matching fatigues has the same layout as standard field uniforms but later models are somewhat similar to the M-1965.
Dated 15 July 1955.
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Collecting Korean War American Uniforms
Collecting American military and civilian uniforms is a field that has been growing since the days the GI's were
sent to fight during the Korean war. Many of the uniforms had a very similar desigan as those used during WWII.
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In trying to determine if you should collect Korean war era American uniforms there are certain factors that should be
considered.
A collector may decide what to collect based on the likes of the person. Some individuals collect all Air Force
related items, others may want USMC combat uniforms, etc.
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This item is currently being
reproduced.
It is becoming more difficult to be able to tell the fake ones from the real ones because the quality
of the reproductions is improving. The collector must become familiarized with the construction style
and materials employed in the manufacturing items like this one. Attention to the details is critical
in order to be able to determine the authenticity of the Imperial Germany items.
If you have an interest is seeing other American Korean war era Military Collectibles, you can
do so by going to our
Korean War section.
identification guide.
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