{"product_id":"mister-freedom-frogman-jacket-hbt","title":"Frogman Jacket Hbt","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe pattern of our “FROGMAN” was inspired by a garment the US Army adopted in 1940, the short-lived P41 blue denim utility jacket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNot much brain activity was required from the MF® Design Dept on this op, full credits going to Uncle Sam’s Quartermaster Corps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStarting with a vintage P41 denim jacket from our archives, we just added two chest pockets and adjusted the fit to our liking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThis is a no-nonsense, streamlined, utilitarian chore jacket pattern.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThis dry 100% cotton HBT fabric is sulfur-dyed, a process quite in-vogue these days as it boasts low colorfastness resulting in quickly-fading garments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWith a bit of normal wear and routine washes, the FROGMAN Jacket should get you that desirable ol’ salt look, without ever leaving port!\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSPECS\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePATTERN: Original MFSC pattern, inspired by 1940’s US Army denim dungaree jackets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMilled in Japan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDETAILS:* Vintage military utilitarian vibe.* Two hip patch pockets with buttoned flaps.* Single outside chest patch pocket, inside smart phone chest pocket.* Curved pocket flaps with matching pocket fold.* M-1941 style black-painted 13-star tack buttons.* 100% cotton thread high-count stitching, black color.* Original mfsc “FROGSVILLE” woven rayon label.*\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSIZING\/FIT\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWe recommend this usual protocol before wear:\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTurn garment inside-out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCold soak for about 30-40mn with occasional hand agitation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWashing machine spin dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe relative stiffness of the fabric following this process is normal and expected, and is due to the starch added during milling stage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThis temporary “crispiness” of the 100% cotton HBT will subside rapidly with normal wear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCL's Advice: I opted for a 36 (Small) for a still comfortable fit (5.7’’ \/ approx. 150 lbs).\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe 38 (Medium) felt too roomy for the silhouette I was going for.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eYou may want to consider sizing down with the FROGMAN Jacket\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSee both 36 and 38 fit photos and refer to sizing chart for approximate raw\/soaked measurements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompare them with an unlined jacket of similar style you own and that fits you well to dial-in the size that will work best for you, according to your silhouette preference and layering habits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCARE\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLaunder when needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWe recommend turning the jacket inside-out to avoid potential marbling of the fabric.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWash separately from light-colored garments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSTORY\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe pattern of our “FROGMAN” was inspired by a garment the US Army adopted in 1940, the short-lived P41 blue denim utility jacket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe iconic dungaree jacket\/trousers utility set was quickly replaced by an updated pattern issued a more versatile olive drab HBT (herringbone twill), which could be worn both for chores and in the field.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNot much brain activity was required from the MF® Design Dept on this op, full credits going to Uncle Sam’s Quartermaster Corps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStarting with a vintage P41 denim jacket from our archives, we just added two chest pockets (one outside and one concealed for your smartphone), and adjusted the fit to our liking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThis is a no-nonsense, streamlined, utilitarian chore jacket pattern.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThis dry 100% cotton HBT fabric is sulfur-dyed, a process quite in-vogue these days as it boasts low colorfastness resulting in quickly-fading garments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWith a bit of normal wear and routine washes, the FROGMAN Jacket should get you that desirable ol’ salt look, without ever leaving port! Please note that the fast-fading quality of this HBT does not alter the fabric sturdiness, as “vintage” factory distressing (chemical or abrasion) does.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe keen eye will also notice we played with the HBT fabric grain again (as we did on the Swabbies, one of Christophe's favorite pair of dungarees!), featuring horizontal warp on all the patch pockets, contrasting with the traditional vertical warp of the body.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThis subtle detail, in time, should lead to interesting puckering and patina contrasts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Mister Freedom","offers":[{"title":"38","offer_id":52956504490263,"sku":"MFSC-1398-38","price":379.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"42","offer_id":52956504523031,"sku":"MFSC-1398-42","price":379.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0992\/5994\/1143\/files\/FrogmanJacketnavyHBT-1a.jpg?v=1777511163","url":"https:\/\/therightgarment.com\/products\/mister-freedom-frogman-jacket-hbt","provider":"The Right Garment","version":"1.0","type":"link"}