US Navy Early Pattern A2 Deck Jacket - Size Medium Tagged a 38 Regular

Tagged a 38 Regular

Fits my 7 3/8 head nicely

and prepare the navy for the amphibious warfare required in pacific and to land in occupied Europe

Best guess

These were soon replaced in service by the ripstop cotton version

US Navy Early Pattern A2 Deck Jacket - Size Medium Tagged a 38 RegularThe A2 deck jacket, a classic amongst the vintage community and a perpetual favourite design. This example dates to 1965. Condition Overall good condition. Some light marks and wear to the cuffs, but otherwise solid. Size Tagged a medium Fits modern medium it fits my 40" chest nicely. Pit to pit 22. 5" Shoulder to shoulder 18" Shoulder to cuff 25" Collar to hem 27"