Civilian Model B-15 Jacket

DJ-1169 Civilian Model B-15 Jacket

100% Cotton

Sizes 36 and 38 are sold out.

This outerwear is modeled after the B-15 flight jacket that was popular in the United States in the 1940s and 1950s.

The B-15 is a cotton flight jacket made in the final months of the Pacific War in 1944. This jacket is a historical legacy that led to the B-15A, B, C, D, and MA-1. This was the starting point for the jacket.

In addition, because it was short in length, active, warm with a fleece collar, and light and easy to handle, unlike leather, this style was popular among young people, with private clothing manufacturers producing "jackets with a similar feel." It also evolved.

These are known as "CIVILIAN MODELS" among vintage enthusiasts, and continue to enjoy enduring popularity today.

Among the many civilian models available, this jacket was created by taking the best parts from personal items with excellent designs.

The most attractive feature is the offset front zipper. The zipper is intentionally shifted slightly to the left for windproofing.

The sleeves are commonly known as "banana shaped" sleeves, which are curved around the elbow. This shape makes it easier to move your arms.

The outer material is olive drab cotton surge. It is light and warm.

The lining is made of wool melton, but alpaca-like shaggy is used only on the back to increase heat retention.

The boa collar is made of real mouton and is very fluffy.

The zipper is a vintage design, an asymmetrical universal zipper with a U-shaped fastening, and the tape is made of cotton.

The cuffs are also tapered tubular ribbing, just like military items. It fits perfectly.

Although it is a civilian model, it closely resembles the real B-15 with minimal decoration.

It's a throwback to the jackets that teenagers wore in the 1950s to protect themselves from speed.