{"product_id":"the-real-mccoy-s-u-s-utility-jacket","title":"U S Utility Jacket","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe U.S.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNAVY UTILITY JACKET, a deck workers' essential, marks a significant evolution in naval uniform construction, crafted from a navy cotton sateen fabric shell and has been meticulously recreated by The Real McCoy’s MFG Co.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe 1950s heralded a turning point in naval attire, with denim's prominence giving way to innovative materials as the Vietnam War loomed on the horizon.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe U.S.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNavy introduced a new Utility Work Uniform that consisted of a cap, jacket, and pants, all made from the same material and color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInitially, a strict regulation dictated that these garments were to be worn as a cohesive uniform, not as separate pieces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHowever, by 1962, this requirement was relaxed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe necessity for mass production of work clothing to support war efforts led to the integration of nylon and synthetic fibers as lining in the jacket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThis strategic choice had a profound impact on the production speed, enabling rapid deployment of uniforms to deck crew.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBy the mid-'60s, there was interest in developing a new uniform, but budgetary restrictions delayed this until the early '70s.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAs a result, the Blue Sateen uniform remained in use throughout the 1960s and into the '70s, making it a recognizable part of the U.S.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNavy during the Vietnam War era.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe nylon lining, with a unique napped reverse side, offers exceptional heat-retention properties while maintaining a lightweight feel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe Real McCoy's U.S.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNAVY UTILITY JACKET remains painstakingly true to the original with a specially designed nylon pile knit, mirroring the original lining's handle and comfort.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThis meticulous attention to detail contributes to the vintage utility jackets' status as coveted pieces of militaria.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWhile the U.S.N.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUtility Jacket benefitted from the latest fabric technology of the time, enduring design elements from the past were preserved.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe jacket’s button placket and concealed zip, inherited from the A-2 and N-1 Deck Jackets that proceeded it, added a layer of protection that prevented zip metal corrosion from salt exposure while on deck.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe U.S.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNAVY UTILITY JACKET is completed with a heavy-duty 50s brass zipper with cotton placket taping and authentic tonal buttons that fasten the cotton flap layer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThe Blue Sateen uniform represents a period of transition in naval attire, reflecting both practical considerations and the broader cultural shifts of the time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIts enduring presence during these years speaks to its functionality and adaptability within the context of the U.S.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNavy's needs and traditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTwo side entry pockets\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e50s oval brass zipper\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eButton up front flap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"The Real McCoy's","offers":[{"title":"36","offer_id":52908331499799,"sku":"MJ23010","price":595.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"38","offer_id":52908331532567,"sku":"MJ23010","price":595.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"40","offer_id":52908331565335,"sku":"MJ23010","price":595.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"42","offer_id":52908331598103,"sku":"MJ23010","price":595.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"44","offer_id":52908331630871,"sku":"MJ23010","price":595.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0992\/5994\/1143\/files\/MJ23010_NVY_017_path2502_5ddd3bac-906d-460f-86b7-294bda66479d.jpg?v=1777148960","url":"https:\/\/therightgarment.com\/products\/the-real-mccoy-s-u-s-utility-jacket","provider":"The Right Garment","version":"1.0","type":"link"}