Buzz Rickson x William Gibson U.S. Navy Pea Coat - Black

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Field Notes

As a part of their very special collection with novelist William Gibson, Buzz Rickson’s have released a beautifully crafted, pre-WWII style pea coat in jet black. Based on an archival piece from the early 20th Century, this coat is cut from a heavyweight 36 oz. melton wool which has been expertly created on vintage machinery, and has been lined with a luxuriously soft rayon satin blend.

Boasting a rigid, high-collar this piece has been specially designed to protect your neck from the arctic winds. A throat tab has also been featured which can be easily buttoned to hold the collar in place, and 10 military spec urea buttons adorn the front, custom designed with the early style ‘13 Star and Anchor’ motif. The 13 stars are there to represent the first 13 states of America after their independence from the British.

The two side entry pocket mouths have been finished with a beautiful rose hide leather, to ensure durability and comfort. Two inside makers labels can be found, the first is a carefully reproduced ‘Naval Factory Clothing’ tag which has been woven on rayon using vintage shuttle looms, the second is a special edition tribute to the man that inspired the coat, Mr William Gibson.

Vintage/Boxy fit
36oz black melton wool
Rayon satin lining
High, rigid collar construction
Military spec urea buttons (13 Star)
Horse hide leather pocket mouths
‘Naval Clothing Factory/William Gibson‘ custom labels
Product code: BR12394
Made in Japan

Fit & Sizing

Fitting

True To Size

This garment fits true to size, we recommend buying your usual size.

Buzz Rickson's

Authentic militaria

As perhaps one of the most well known heritage brands currently on the market, Buzz Rickson’s has become an authority on military reproduction. Based in Japan, the brand painstakingly reproduces rare mid-century garments to an impeccably detailed degree, often relying on slow and antiquated fabrication techniques to ensure a high quality and realistic finish.