Ike Jackets

Last Updated: November 2, 2009

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Reproduction Ike Jackets: Brand new Ike Jackets. (Original Ike Jackets are now on the Original US Uniforms page.) Officially known as the M1944 Wool Field Jacket, these were originally designed as a field uniform to supplement the lightweight M41 Field Jacket. Patterned after the British Battledress blouse, these jackets were chosen by General Eisenhower (hence the name "Ike Jacket") in the Spring of 1944. Production began in May of that year. However, it was soon judged inferior to the M1943 Field Uniform at which point it was decided to use it to replace the Service Coat instead. Although most often considered a "walkout" or dress jacket, the Ike Jackets saw some field use as an improvised liner for the M1943 Field Jackets.

Fabric Fraud alert: These are not 100% wool. They are 70 wool/30 acrylic. The content labels were mis-printed. They say "30% wool/70% acrylic". This was caught only after the jackets were finished. Replacing all the lables was considered, but it was too much trouble. So, if you need 100% wool to feel properly transported back in time, wait until 2011. The new generation will be 100% (like originals) but they will also be twice the price. Yes, really.

Exclusively an ATF product: These jackets were made specifically for us. They are not available nor related to any other repro Ike jackets sold by any other vendor. Any problems, flaws or idiosyncrasies associated with jackets sold elsewhere have no bearing on our uniforms.

Pattern: I have spent literally days and days tweaking the patterns for these. An original 44R was used as a base pattern, not a 36S. I have almost every size of original Ike jacket up 50L. We should have no problems with customers needing to compensate for skewed patterns, pockets in the armpits or tiny shoulders.

Sizing: Order your normal coat size. These are roomy enough to wear a tank top and wool shirt underneath.

Taper and the All-American Physique: I have also posted the waist sizes. If you have a prominent beer gut or are in your third trimester, you may need to "upsize" to cover your parts. These are not the most flattering jackets if you have a beach ball under your shirt. This is exactly like originals!

Wear: These are appropriate for all US Army personnel from late summer 1944 and later. Officially, a wool (flannel) shirt and necktie was to be worn underneath, but many troops chose to wear the more comfortable khaki cotton shirt instead. (I think that was officially permitted in 1949.)

No fabric samples: We do not manufacture these. They are imported. Thus, we have no scraps to send you. These are definitely the correct shade and cloth.

NEW Insignia Sewing Available: For more details and sewing rates go to the Insignia Sewing page.

Officer Ikes? Hopefully by Summer 2010. Price will be around $250.

Almost forgot...
DRY CLEAN ONLY!
Yes, very f-ing sure about that.

"Ike" Jacket, Reproduction:
Waist-length coat worn as a replacement for the Service Coat. Patterned from an original coat dated June 1944, our reproductions jackets feature OD wool shell, khaki twill lining, two pleated breast pockets, two internal pockets, spec labels, button down cuffs, snap tab at the waist and adjustment tabs on either side.
Fabric Fraud alert: These are not 100% wool. They are 70 wool/30 acrylic. The content labels were mis-printed. They say "30% wool/70% acrylic". This was caught only after the jackets were finished. Replacing all the lables was considered, but it was too much trouble. So, if you need 100% wool to feel properly transported back in time, wait until 2011. The new generation will be 100% (like originals) but they will also be twice the price. Yes, really.
Sizing Synopsis: I may have put too much information about taper, chest size and so forth. Here's the simple deal: If your waist is proportionate to your chest, just order your normal coat size. If you have a freaky build, such as a body-builder or a gut the size of a Volkswagen, then you may want to contact us first.Imported.
Dry Clean Only!

$125.00
Insignia Sets
Insignia

Reproduction Ike Jacket
Availability
Size
Sleeve
Largest Waist
Back
Stock
36R*
24.5"
34"
24.5"
In Stock
38R*
25"
36"
24.5"
In Stock
40R
25.2"
36"
25"
In Stock
42R
25.5"
38"
25"
In Stock
44R
26"
40"
25.5"
In Stock
46R
26.5"
42"
25.5"
In Stock
48R
26.5"
44"
26"
In Stock
50R
26.5"
46"
26"
In Stock
52L
26.5"
48"
26.5"
In Stock
56L
26.5"
50"
26.5"
In Stock
60L
26.5"
52"
26.5"
In Stock
Largest Waist: This is the largest waist the jacket can handle. The waist of the jacket may be adjusted several inches smaller with the tabs at the sides. I wear a 44R and a 34 waist and the 44R fits just peachy...but I have room to pork out.
*Yes, we may be crazy. In case you don't know, originals in these sizes are often obtainable for next to nothing at military shows or Ebay. However, for those hardcore types who don't want to "destroy history", we have made a few. Just in case.
DRY CLEAN ONLY!!!!

 

 

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