Buzz Rickson's BR43041 WWII Model

Buzz Rickson's BR43041 WWII Model
W33 New, Unused

Lot No. BR43041 / WORLD WAR II WAIST OVERALLS

【Description】
This model recreates the simplified design from the early 1940s during the war. Due to material controls imposed after the outbreak of World War II, various detail changes were made, such as alterations to pocket linings, buttons, and the omission of rivets. Furthermore, in regulations issued by the War Production Board in August 1942, the attachment of belt loops was excluded, and more than nine bar tacks and rivets were prohibited. After these regulations, the single bar tack at the crotch and the four rivets on the front pockets, along with four hidden rivets, became significant clues to identifying the "WWII Model."

"FOR THE DURATION" on the flasher means "for the duration of the war," indicating the specification changes due to material controls until the war's end. In the 1940s, the U.S. government presented an "E" pennant, signifying "Excellent," to companies that produced outstanding military supplies, honoring their achievements. This dream flasher has been realized, as Buzz Rickson's was a flight jacket contractor during the war and received the E pennant.

【Detail Details】
Iron, arabesque-patterned donut buttons. The coin pocket has omitted rivets due to wartime material controls. The label, which shrinks significantly when heated, requires careful handling. Original selvedge denim is used. The back yoke has a unique, uneven design. Olive-colored herringbone twill is used. The selvedge can be confirmed inside the pockets. The stitching above the hidden rivets is typically a bar tack, but the main seam is a characteristic of the WWII model. The original 13.6oz denim has a rough texture.

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