Finnish Police M41 1960s Wool Greatcoat - Large

At a glance - 

• Quality Wool Material Material
• Double Breasted Button Closure
• 2 Flap Pockets
• Turnover Storm Collar
• Officer Rank Cuff Laurels
• Shoulder Epaulettes
• Back Belt
• Button Closure Rear Vent
• Engraved Buttons
• Solid Black Colour

• Chest Size: 44" | Suggested Size: Large Slim
• Sleeve Length: 28.5" / Long
• Collar to Hem: 51.5"
  

• Vintage Militaria / Dated 1962 / M41 Series
• Genuine Finnish Armed Forces / Finnish Police Surplus

Grades - 

• Grade 1 - Sublime condition for a piece this old, light signs of prior use, missing 1 back vent button but aside from this in fantastic shape and ready for much more wear.

Any questions please feel free to ask!

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An absolutely stunning piece of winter gear from a country that certainly knows how to keep itself warm during the bitter months. Greatcoats like this one were issued to police officers across the country as winter attire, including Lapland which can reach as cold as -50C! So it is safe to say these offer excellent windproofing and thermal capabilities by 1960s standards. This beautiful greatcoat is of course styled after the M39 series of Finnish uniform, having an elegant double breasted button front for extra insulation, a back belt for a more tailored fit and a turnover storm collar for really harsh weather. These are exceptionally scarce coats to find and given the nature of the Finn's during the Cold War, the history and activities of the Police make for excellent reading. An exceptional coat without a doubt.

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