Second Hand Buzz Rickson's Tank Jacket 2nd Model Size 40

The Japanese brand Buzz Rickson's are today counted among the few high-end reproduction manufacturers of military and casual garments in the world! They strive to make true replicas by carefully researching and analyzing original vintage garments, taking great care to duplicate the material while paying close attention to technique and quality with the goal to bring back old forgotten techniques and machines needed to make garments of outstanding quality without compromises.

The classic Tank Jacket originally named "Jacket Winter, Combat" was introduced in 1942 as an updated variant of its predecessor. The jacket was intended to be used by the armored troops and that's also when it got the nickname the Tanker Jacket. Due to it's stylish and simple design along with comfort, practicality and warmth the jacket became favored among many troops and it was commonly used among officers as well. 

In 1976 the jacket could be seen on the silver screen worn by Robert de Niro as the leading role in the Taxi Driver. Both the iconic M-65 jacket and this 2nd model of the Tanker Jacket has since been synonymous with the movie and part of a classic and iconic style.

The shell of the jacket is made of a 100% cotton uniform twill and lined with a 26 oz thick wool fabric to make sure that the jacket stays well insulated during winter. The jacket has two front pockets and closes up with an authentic brass Conmar zipper. The cuffs and the collar are made of knitted wool.  

Buzz Rickson's has carefully reproduced this garment according to the wartime specifications. We would even say that this reproduction is better than the originals when it comes to the construction of the garment!

This jacket is second hand but in great condition. It's previous owner barely used it because it was too small when he ordered it.

- Second Hand Buzz Rickson's Tank Jacket 2nd Model Size 40
- Size 40R
- Outer layer 100% Cotton West Point Uniform Twill
- Lining made of 26 oz wool fabric
- Knitted and cuffs and collar made of wool
- Conmar brass zipper
- Two front pockets
- Action back for additional movement 
- Made in Japan

All measurements are in centimeters and measured on a flat surface. Width is measured straight across the chest from armpit to armpit, length is measured at the back of the garment from the neck down and the sleeve length is measured on the underarm from the armpit to the end of the cuff.