I just wanted to echo everything that "Peacoat" has said in the past about the quality of the older pea coats compared to the more recent models. I have had a 2001 coat for some time now and as this was until recently the only pea coat I owned, I was pleased with the quality, fit and warmth. However, last week I bought a WW2 coat (Naval clothing factory tag, five rows of buttons, chinstrap, brown cord pockets) on Ebay and have been bowled over by how good this coat really is in comparison to my newer coat. The WW2 coat had been put away after the war and looked dirty in the picture but it had no moth holes. I had the coat dry cleaned it came out great with no marks whatsoever. What is more, I was the only bidder and got a bargain for $50.
Getting back to what "Peacoat" has said, in comparison to my other coat, the WW2 coat is made of a superior material (Kersey wool which is denser than the Melton used later). It fits better, particularly around the waist) and I reckon should be warmer in the winter. I think the overall look of the coat is more stylish and I particularly like the lapels and extra row of buttons.
Finally, a big thanks to "Peacoat" and the other contributors for pointing me in the right direction!
Getting back to what "Peacoat" has said, in comparison to my other coat, the WW2 coat is made of a superior material (Kersey wool which is denser than the Melton used later). It fits better, particularly around the waist) and I reckon should be warmer in the winter. I think the overall look of the coat is more stylish and I particularly like the lapels and extra row of buttons.
Finally, a big thanks to "Peacoat" and the other contributors for pointing me in the right direction!
