Yep, perspiration shields (or sweat shields or, for ladies, dress shields) are what those felty-woolly things are in the armpits. They're still around and there are even disposable ones these days (in order to sell you more, over and over again, of course!). Washable ones built right into a jacket or coat is a smart idea, but they can get a bit whiffy if the coat or jacket isn't cleaned regularly. :-D
Thank you for the tour, it was interesting to hear you explain the making of the coat. I know the history of the Peacoat, but you explaining what is what inside was very informative. Thank you.
The stencil in the coat is the owner's name and serial number. Very important in the navy it shows ownership. Any theft from shipmates was very serious leading to court martial. Hope that helps I served in the Navy long ago. Pea coat still is my favorite coat.
HI The printing on the inside of the waist area is the stenciled name of the Navy seaman who was first issued this coat with what may be a partial social security number for identification.
Yep, perspiration shields (or sweat shields or, for ladies, dress shields) are what those felty-woolly things are in the armpits. They're still around and there are even disposable ones these days (in order to sell you more, over and over again, of course!). Washable ones built right into a jacket or coat is a smart idea, but they can get a bit whiffy if the coat or jacket isn't cleaned regularly. :-D
Thank you for the tour, it was interesting to hear you explain the making of the coat. I know the history of the Peacoat, but you explaining what is what inside was very informative. Thank you.
The stencil in the coat is the owner's name and serial number. Very important in the navy it shows ownership. Any theft from shipmates was very serious leading to court martial. Hope that helps I served in the Navy long ago. Pea coat still is my favorite coat.
Sew interesting! thank you for sharing that info.
Yes, that absorbing pad it to help absorb perspiration, as you say to prevent staining at the surface.
HI
The printing on the inside of the waist area is the stenciled name of the Navy seaman who was first issued this coat with what may be a partial social security number for identification.
Yes, Military personnel all over the world have an Identification number.
Beautifully done. Tell the nice young fellow that next time he owes you $600.00 plus material.