{"product_id":"the-real-mccoy-s-type-b-1-mechanic-suit","title":"Type B 1 Mechanic Suit","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe B-1 Suit served as a staple utility garment for U.S. military mechanics from the 1920s until 1941.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThough issued under several specification numbers, variations were minor - mainly involving subtle shifts in the shade of herringbone twill fabric or slight button design differences.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eA notable characteristic of all B-1 models is the asymmetrical chest pockets, thoughtfully designed to securely hold tools or parts regardless of the wearer's movement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCrafted from lightweight, olive drab herringbone twill fabric, the B-1 was unlined to allow easy mobility during mechanical tasks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDurable reinforced stitching and button-front closures provided resilience, while wide-legged trousers accommodated wearing over boots or layered clothing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThis straightforward yet practical design reflects its function as reliable workwear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOriginally developed for the U.S.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eArmy Air Corps mechanics, the B-1 also saw use during flight training and among various ground support personnel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInitially an Air Corps exclusive, production transferred to the Army Quartermaster around 1933 due to budget constraints during the Great Depression.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBy 1938, a nearly identical garment, the M-1938 suit, was introduced by the Army.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAlthough visually similar, the M-1938 can be identified by the distinct Army 13-star metal buttons and is believed to be directly inspired by the original B-1.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe Real McCoy's TYPE B-1 MECHANIC SUIT is constructed from 100% cotton herringbone twill, featuring donut riveted buttons and cotton sewing thread.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCotton Name Tape\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDonut Riveted Buttons\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eChest Pockets\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBelt Fastening\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCotton Sewing Thread Construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePeriod Correct Enamel Application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"The Real McCoy's","offers":[{"title":"36","offer_id":52908235718935,"sku":"MJ25106","price":820.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"38","offer_id":52908235751703,"sku":"MJ25106","price":820.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"40","offer_id":52908235784471,"sku":"MJ25106","price":820.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"42","offer_id":52908235817239,"sku":"MJ25106","price":820.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0992\/5994\/1143\/files\/MJ25106_OLV_0139_9372f80e-8664-4561-a30a-41a78b72a97b.jpg?v=1777148762","url":"https:\/\/therightgarment.com\/products\/the-real-mccoy-s-type-b-1-mechanic-suit","provider":"The Right Garment","version":"1.0","type":"link"}