{"product_id":"the-real-mccoy-s-u-s-denim-parka","title":"U S Denim Parka","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe U.S.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNavy Denim Parka, notably worn aboard the USS Indianapolis in 1942 and commonly referred to as the “Gunner Smock,” has been expertly reimagined by The Real McCoy’s.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThis modern iteration is crafted from 10 oz. gray weft denim and constructed with durable cotton sewing thread.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIt retains authentic details, including urea buttons on the chest, a multi-layered front closure, and adjustable cords on the hood and hem to enhance sealing capability—faithfully reflecting the original design.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe parka was originally manufactured by the Zielinski Company, renowned for producing the iconic 37J1B jacket in the late 1930s.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDesigned as workwear, the parka features a generously proportioned silhouette to ensure ease of movement, making it ideal for the physically demanding tasks it was created to support.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInitially classified as decontamination clothing, the parka was issued to personnel tasked with hazardous duties, such as gas decontamination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIts hood was designed with a generous cut to accommodate gas masks and could be tightened for a secure, protective fit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe drawcord hem further minimized exposure during risky operations, providing essential protection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThis denim parka was later produced in white cotton, seeing extensive use during the D-Day invasion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAmid fears that gas might be deployed to repel the assault, the Navy widely issued these garments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThey became a common sight on USN crews, from deckhands to beach battalions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e10 oz.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGray Weft Denim\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUrea Button\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCotton Sewing Thread Construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"The Real McCoy's","offers":[{"title":"S","offer_id":52908293128471,"sku":"MJ24107","price":540.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"M","offer_id":52908293161239,"sku":"MJ24107","price":540.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"L","offer_id":52908293194007,"sku":"MJ24107","price":540.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"XL","offer_id":52908293226775,"sku":"MJ24107","price":540.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0992\/5994\/1143\/files\/MJ24107_IDG_2402168667_path2402.jpg?v=1777148882","url":"https:\/\/therightgarment.com\/products\/the-real-mccoy-s-u-s-denim-parka","provider":"The Right Garment","version":"1.0","type":"link"}