GERMAN PARATROOPER JUMP SMOCK - WWII -
This is a German Paratrooper jump smock. Of camouflaged heavy cotton construction. The smock was designed to
be worn over the combat uniform. Two large pockets were located above the
thighs. A center piece goes over the crotch area and snaps into
place. The camp pattern is of the raindrop style.
The smock is stamped with black ink, on the inside, with the date and other manufacturing codes.
The smock has a built-in pocket designed to carry a side arm. A
combination of blue buttons and snaps are utilized to secure pockets shut and
adjust the fit of the smock.
This is the built-in German Paratrooper holster. Highly integrated because it is all sewn
into the uniform.
A snap is provided to allow the paratrooper to adjust the waist of the smock.
The German paratrooper smock sleeve is composed of two parts. The outer layer is secured
via snaps. The inner layer is secure via elastic band.
Here is a closer view of the snap used to close the sleeve.
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A pull string allows the user to further adjust the waist section.
A zipper secures the pockets shut. A very important feature when parachuting.
This uniform 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 of this uniform. Attention to the details is critical in
order to be able to determine the authenticity of the uniform.
If you have an interest is seeing other uniforms of the Third Reich, you can do so by going
to our WWII German Uniforms
identification guide. Where we cover Heer (Army), Navy (Kriegsmarine) and
Air Force (Luftwaffe) items.
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