Questions About the United States Navy Peacoat

[trentstanton]

Is the best way to clean these peacoats just to take them to a dry cleaner? Anything you can do about a lumpy lapel? Lay a book on it?

 

[Kfz]

Here's one for sale: https://www.ebay.com/itm/254891356993?hash=item3b58b57341:g:NWEAAOSwqAFgQp9q&amdata=enc:AQAHAAAAoIMMH/pT92ErPI8kuWJbIik5uaA369TzIbLvOx9iZEdcfP6IVSpdG/+hOXy4RAtshrAWT0Mi6sD9Z/9WMay8Uf8GcW614MPWmwxSdgZwbjf3sqPZk2hXV+XYi2xLrGQ42PpXjk8l0k7+p/cS5G7CD4lhwJEb2B0/4i6Ut2wHJrXwuJ5WpA/afwlVV7qfIDU/n/MdTg9IH4CPQMxMaMXTgG4=|tkp:Bk9SR6Cwr_TKYQ

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So if the “ Naval clothing Depot” lasted till 1950-51, then this label can only ensure a 2-3 year range, not exactly 1949

 

[Kfz]

Is the best way to clean these peacoats just to take them to a dry cleaner? Anything you can do about a lumpy lapel? Lay a book on it?

I am a believer of wet cleaning. Soak flat in tub w warm water & shampoo for 30 minutes. Brush the collar and sleeve ends with soft brush. Press with bear foot while it’s staying flat. Rinse w shower. Apply conditioner and rinse again. Soak in fresh water for another 30 minutes. Laying flat on beech chair and fan blowing dry. finishing with a sun bath. Iron with a cotton r shirt on top of coat. Came out great .wet washing will get rid of 90% of wrinkles

 

[Dudley]

Is the best way to clean these peacoats just to take them to a dry cleaner? Anything you can do about a lumpy lapel? Lay a book on it?

Dry cleaning is a process that will minimize shrink, and create a more pressed look. I wouldn't do it often, but to revive the jacket to fresh, that is what I have had good experience with.

 

[trentstanton]

Dry cleaning is a process that will minimize shrink, and create a more pressed look. I wouldn't do it often, but to revive the jacket to fresh, that is what I have had good experience with.

Good deal. I'll probably take it for one initial dry cleaning and call it there.

 

[Peacoat]

I remember one member showing his 1949 coat with a tag reading” naval clothing depot “ is that reliable information?

It goes deeper than that. Read on, and study my dating guide. Where is this dating guide? In the Guides Section.

 

[Peacoat]

Dry cleaning is a process that will minimize shrink, and create a more pressed look. I wouldn't do it often, but to revive the jacket to fresh, that is what I have had good experience with.

Yes, it will definitely revive the coat.

 

[Peacoat]

Here's one for sale: https://www.ebay.com/itm/254891356993?hash=item3b58b57341:g:NWEAAOSwqAFgQp9q&amdata=enc:AQAHAAAAoIMMH/pT92ErPI8kuWJbIik5uaA369TzIbLvOx9iZEdcfP6IVSpdG/+hOXy4RAtshrAWT0Mi6sD9Z/9WMay8Uf8GcW614MPWmwxSdgZwbjf3sqPZk2hXV+XYi2xLrGQ42PpXjk8l0k7+p/cS5G7CD4lhwJEb2B0/4i6Ut2wHJrXwuJ5WpA/afwlVV7qfIDU/n/MdTg9IH4CPQMxMaMXTgG4=|tkp:Bk9SR6Cwr_TKYQ

A good price on this one. Probably because it is so small–a size 36.

 

[trentstanton]

Wow! Is that how much the 8 buttons go for or is this person out of their mind?

 

[Peacoat]

Didn't see a price on it, but it is size 34 which is not a sought after size.

 

[trentstanton]

Didn't see a price on it, but it is size 34 which is not a sought after size.

They are asking nearly 600 for it which seems ridiculous.

 

[Dudley]

Wow! Is that how much the 8 buttons go for or is this person out of their mind? View attachment 490002

I just sold an excellent condition 36 8 button with surviving neck size tag like this one for $120. I purchased a similar in a 38 for $80. Be patient and negotiate. Sellers post high but come down to make you feel good

 

[Peacoat]

Trentstanton: over twice what it should be, especially as it is a size 34.

 

[spotmark]

Well, I just picked up another WWII coat. It was my size and the price was right.

 

[Peacoat]

Well, I just picked up another WWII coat. It was my size and the price was right.

You can't have too many WWII coats. They are getting more rare and more expensive every year.

I had two and gave one to a friend of mine who had been looking for one for about a year. Fortunately, we are the same size.

 

[spotmark]

You can't have too many WWII coats. They are getting more rare and more expensive every year.

I had two and gave one to a friend of mine who had been looking for one for about a year. Fortunately, we are the same size.

That's my feeling. I will continue to buy them if they are an okay price. The only other coats I want to get are a 1949, since you rave about them so much, and a 1968. I'm also a watch guy, and watch people like to buy, "birth year", watches. Since I can't afford a 1968 Rolex, I figured I'd go with a 1968 peacoat instead.

 

[Dudley]

Well, I just picked up another WWII coat. It was my size and the price was right.

Good score. The WWII's are my preference because of the fit and I try to pick up good one's in my size. I have three, but you can only wear one at a time. When is enough, enough? I don't know.

 

[Kfz]

Good score. The WWII's are my preference because of the fit and I try to pick up good one's in my size. I have three, but you can only wear one at a time. When is enough, enough? I don't know.

 

[Kfz]

Please help: can you positively identify if this label represents Kersey or Melton wool? Thanks

 

[Kfz]

Please help: can you positively identify if this label represents Kersey or Melton wool? Thanks