Ww1 leather jerkin. All buttons are original and in place.
Ww1 leather jerkin. Instead of plastic, the closure buttons are leather and removal, these held on with circular ring pins A very good WW1 British Army Leather Jerkin. I would like to see them especially the WW1 example. Replacing earlier experiments of using animal skins as warm clothing for the trenches during the winter of 1915, leather jerkins were issued to men in the trenches as protective clothing when the weather was particularly cold and wet. Every single product is crafted by our skilled designers. WW1 British Leather Jerkin. New reproduction of the leather jerkin issued in WWI & WWII. Explore a wide range of our WW1 Leather Jerkin selection. 4 days ago 路 The design of this jerkin remains virtually unchanged from the original, featuring a durable leather exterior, a thick wool lining, and four-button fastening down the middle. The various jerkins as worn by the Doughboys of the AEF have turned out to be somewhat difficult to research. . Shop now for fast shipping and easy returns! Oct 24, 2009 路 Re: The British Leather Jerkin Thanks Gary. This World War I style battle-vest is features a double-breasted front closure, two welted side pockets and is fully lined with interior pockets. Design almost unchanged from WW1 to WW2. 6 days ago 路 馃敻 Order now and own apiece of military history with thishigh-quality leather jerkin, designed forauthenticity, comfort, and durability ! Authentic WW1 & WW2 Repro Design – Based on original military jerkins worn by soldiers. Today, examples in good condition such as this are difficult to come by. Jun 4, 2025 路 An excellent reproduction of the hard-wearing British Leather Jerkin. Lined with a blanket material, the jerkin was comfortable and popular, remaining in service throughout Apr 5, 2015 路 It is lined with a rough wool: And secured with four plastic buttons: The WW1 equivalents used leather covered wooden buttons secured by split rings, but Bakelite was the material of choice from 1924 onwards and they were sewn on from this point forward. The leather jerkin was first introduced into the British Army in late 1916 as an alternative to the greatcoat (which proved impractical when muddy and wet). Jerkin Robert Dudley in a slashed, probably leather, jerkin of the 1560s A jerkin is a man's short close-fitting jacket, made usually of light-coloured leather, and often without sleeves, worn over the doublet in the 16th and 17th centuries. Cheers, Ade. First World War period British Army issue leather jerkin. The WW1 British Army leather Jerkin was introduced by the British Army in 1915 for trench wear and it proved to be very popular. Whether you're a reenactor, collector, or simply appreciate historical clothing, this reproduction jerkin is a perfect addition to your wardrobe or collection. Made with soft leather, with four fastening buttons and thick wool inside. Leather exterior in a medium brown colour and free from holes or tears. Blanket wool lining. This fine example is a very large size, possibly XXL, measuring 24. Overall condition is good with just the old scuff to the leather and moth to the lining along with some restitching to the shoulders. Variety of sizes. All buttons are original and in place. 5” across the front when laid flat. The back has a cinch belt with D-rings. Jan 6, 2016 路 True, the russet leather jerkin was the most common jerkin worn by the Yanks and Doughboys that served in the AEF, but it was just one of several different types and styles. Introduced by the British Army in 1915 for trench wear, the Leather Jerkin proved very popular. Find top brands, exclusive offers, and unbeatable prices on eBay. The jerkin offered warmth, without limiting arm movement in the same way as a greatcoat. World War One British Jerkin made of soft leather, 4 fastening buttons and thick wool inside. In excellent condition overall for its age. All seams are strong and tight. The Aug 1, 2025 路 The jerkin remained a common sight laborers and manual workers in the decades following the war. The jerkin was durable and could be worn over the Field Service dress, and sometimes was seen worn over the greatcoat. The WW1 Leather Jerkin differs from its WW2 counterpart in several notable ways. A very good WW1 British Army Leather Jerkin. An excellent reproduction of the hard-wearing British Leather Jerkin. Second World War period British Army issue leather jerkin. Today examples in good condition such as this are difficult to come by. No date or manufacturers marks. The jerkin became universally popular with troops during the Sleeveless leather jerkin worn by all ranks in WW1 and WW2, two slit side pockets and football buttons WW1 leather jerkin that belonged to 17735 Rifleman William Mandeno Smallfield, 3rd New Zealand Rifle Brigade; sent to him in 1916 as a gift from his grandmother. British WW2 Leather Jerkin. Original WW1 economy leather general service buttons. The term is also applied to a similar sleeveless garment worn by the British Army in the 20th century. Therefore there are large information gaps in this post. Designed for warmth and durability, this piece is ideal for collectors, reenactors, and those seeking authentic period clothing. Believed to be a WW1 leather jerkin. Made from soft, flexible leather with a warm shirting wool lining for authentic comfort. cvngxmvkjmuzxzdglosnsdiwcnduphakyvhunmtstrardc