{"product_id":"u-s-n-blue-deck-jacket_140-navy","title":"U.S.N. BLUE DECK JACKET","description":"\u003cp\u003eFirst introduced around 1941, the U.S.N. BLUE DECK JACKET was part of a specialized naval uniform officially known as \u003cem\u003eJacket, Special Winter Clothing.\u003c\/em\u003e Though its purpose was broadly defined in regulations, it soon found a niche role aboard ships. This earned it the modern nickname, the Deck Zip Jacket, used by collectors and historians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally authorized for use by non-commissioned officers, the jacket’s unembellished and practical design made it versatile enough for a wide range of tasks. It was not limited to deck work alone. Unlike the later N-1 jacket, this early version had no official designation or model number.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat sets this jacket apart historically is its transitional role. It laid the groundwork for what would eventually become the N-1 Deck Jacket. Its successor, often referred to as the Deck Hook Jacket, replaced the zipper with a hook-front closure. This design change is a key detail that helps differentiate the two.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne notable distinction lies in the lining material. According to Navy uniform standards, this jacket used wool flannel rather than alpaca wool. Alpaca was more commonly found in garments issued to aviators and ground crews. The presence of alpaca-lined variants suggests there may have been some crossover in use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe U.S.N. BLUE DECK JACKET is constructed with a durable dark navy cord cloth exterior and fully lined with matching wool melton. It features wool ribbing for added insulation, a 1940s-style bell-shaped nickel front zipper with cotton tape, a concealed zip-front closure, and two side pockets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% Cotton Cord Cloth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% Wool Melton Lining\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWool Ribbing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40s Bell-Shaped Front Zipper, Nickel, Cotton Tape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCotton Sewing Thread Construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- notionvc: e7ce6854-8f52-498e-ab25-e3bf1538a0e1 --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Real McCoy's","offers":[{"title":"140 NAVY \/ 36","offer_id":68024417288484,"sku":"RM-46723433824514","price":210.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"140 NAVY \/ 38","offer_id":68024417321252,"sku":"RM-46723433857282","price":210.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"140 NAVY \/ 40","offer_id":68024417354020,"sku":"RM-46723433890050","price":210.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"140 NAVY \/ 42","offer_id":68024417386788,"sku":"RM-46723433922818","price":210.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"140 NAVY \/ 44","offer_id":68024417419556,"sku":"RM-46723433955586","price":210.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"140 NAVY \/ 46","offer_id":68024417452324,"sku":"RM-46723433988354","price":210.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1034\/8471\/9396\/files\/MJ25108_NVY_251205_mccoy2991_9ac0ce9a-e4c9-426f-b8f6-9ab250f7fdc1.jpg?v=1793780345","url":"https:\/\/therealmcsoys.com\/products\/u-s-n-blue-deck-jacket_140-navy","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}