Original British WWII Parachute Regiment 2nd Pattern Denison Smock With Period Applied Insignia U.S. Replica On 4 April 1942

On 4 April 1942

with some white metal fittings around the edges in places

Although it was originally a two-battalion glider-borne infantry regiment

which unfortunately has the end catch broken off

The anodized finish on the 'duralumin' alloy is retained well

Original British WWII Parachute Regiment 2nd Pattern Denison Smock With Period Applied Insignia U.S. Replica On 4 April 1942Original Item: Only One Available. This is a fantastic example of a genuine 2nd Pattern Denison Smock, offered in excellent, field used condition. It is in the original configuration with a function half front zipper (most were converted to full zip fronts) making this a rare find. It features brass buttons and a "monkey tail". Size appears to be a No. 4 which is medium large and fits up to a 5' 8" man. Wartime produced 1st pattern smocks are