British Air Force RAF 72 Pattern GP Jacket - Medium SIZE 5

At a glance - 

• 100% Wool Material
• 2 Zipper Chest Pockets
• Zipper Closure
• Flying Officer Rank Shoulder Bars
• General Service Medal 1918-62, General Service Medal 1962-2007 & Royal Air Force Long Service and Good Conduct Medal Medal Ribbon Bar
  
• Shoulder Epaulettes
• Classic Air Force Blue Colour
• "JACKET MANS, blue grey, 1972 Pattern"

• Pit to Pit: 21" | Suggested Size: Medium Slim - Label reads SIZE 5
• Sleeve Length: 23" / Short
• Collar to Hem: 25.5"

• Vintage Militaria / Issued 1972 - 1979
• Genuine British Royal Air Force / RAF Surplus

Grades - 

• Grade 1 - In good shape for its age. Main sign of wear is on the rank bars which are a bit messy as shown, but this is just a visual flaw. Previously used but up for much more. 

Any questions please feel free to ask!

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The jacket itself is the precursor to the now well known GP bomber jacket. This older 1972 pattern design is cut in a style fitting to the time, with 2 slanted zipper pockets for storage and a front zipper closure. It is made of an all wool material in the beautiful RAF blue colour. The wool of course offering wind and water resistance in the middling to summer months. The jacket is a great piece of history without being exceptionally ornate as the stunning dress jackets usually are, but certainly showcase well a rich life in the field. 

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