Help for a tanker jacket

[EnricoBrun]

I thank in advance those who can help me. I wanted to buy a Tankers 1st jacket and with patches and chevrons as from the Fury movie and among all those that you reviewed here from my personal point of view the most faithful is that of SM wholesale USA (which never answer !!!) my doubt is on the American size not conforming to my Italian sizes. I'm 190cm tall, chest 120cm, I don't like the too loose fit. What size would you recommend? can anyone help me since SM does not answer me? Ps I have already asked a forumer who owned it a while ago but unfortunately no longer owns it. Thx

 

[ausreenactor]

I have a BR First Pattern here. 2nd Armd patch already fitted. Just need the chevrons.. which I have loose...

 

[mulceber]

Yeah, I'd follow @ausreenactor's lead on this. There are probably some better options than SM Wholesale. SMW may be most accurate to the movie, but others will be more accurate to the original jackets from WW2. I'd give Buzz Rickson a try. They're generally about as close as you can get when it comes to accuracy. Eastman is their main distributor in Europe. Check them out:

TANK JACKET, 1ST PATTERN, OLIVE, COMBAT, WINTER

Officially designated as 'Jacket Winter, Combat', the 'Tank' jacket was originally intended for all branches of the U.S. Army as a general issue winter jacket. However, it was re-designated for use only by U.S. armoured troops, hence its nickname - 'Tank' (or 'Tanker') jacket.

www.buzzricksons.com

2nd Armored WARDADDY 1st Patt Tanker

2nd Armored 'WARDADDY' 1st Pattern Tanker jacket.

www.buzzricksons.com

 

[EnricoBrun]

yes I've seen them, crazy prices, and completely wrong patch stitching! they must be cross-shaped not"zig zag".

 

[mulceber]

All the more reason to get the un-patched one and apply the patches yourself. Nice way to personalize it and make a project of it.

 

[ausreenactor]

Can do better than £425 as well...

 

[ausreenactor]

 

[Thomas Koehle]

I'm 1.90, weight is about 100 kg and i enjoy my BOB DONG 1st pattern tanker ... - i got it in size 42 - sleeves could be a thad longer but like it anyway ...

these jackets are also available fully patched

artwork was done by "JOSH"

 

[Brettafett]

Buzz would be your call if you're after 'authenticity'...
But I can vouch for Bob Dong and Bronson. Both of these make good quality, affordable repros.

Have you seen Bronson's 'Fury' version?

US Army 1st Tanker Jacket

Reproduce 1941 generation US Army 1st Tanker Jacket, "Fury" in the movie Peter is wearing this jacket. This is specially set for the cold war in Europe, equipped with armored troops. Previously, armored forces also used lighter jackets such as M-41. The tank jacket is relatively short, tightened...

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Bob Dong's version

BOB DONG 2nd Armored 'Wardaddy' 1st Patt Tanker Jacket WW2 Mens Military Uniform | eBay

BOB DONG Reproduction 2nd Armored 'WARDADDY' 1st Pattern Tanker jacket. Embroidered 2nd Armored Div shoulder device and sergeant stripes.

www.ebay.co.uk

I have an ATF Tanker that I wear a lot. OK, its not 100% authentic in terns off 'authentic' detailing, but its a very comfortable jacket none-the-less.

 

[EnricoBrun]

thank you for all your answers , yes I have seen all the jackets of all brands and the one that comes closest to the film (stitching details, grenade ring, etc.) is SM Wholesale, my initial question was this: which one jacket size measuring 62 cm from armpit to armpit should I take in your opinion? I don't like the too loose fit. Thanks

 

[London Cabbie]

I really happy with my Taxi Driver MKII Bronson.

WWII Taxi Driver Model Tank Combat Jacket

Second-generation tank jackets for armored forces during World War II. compared to the first generation jacket, change to a more user-friendly oblique pocket, other details are less changed, and it is loved by armored soldiers. Robert De Niro uses this model in the film "Taxi Driver" with the...

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[ausreenactor]

thank you for all your answers , yes I have seen all the jackets of all brands and the one that comes closest to the film (stitching details, grenade ring, etc.) is SM Wholesale, my initial question was this: which one jacket size measuring 62 cm from armpit to armpit should I take in your opinion? I don't like the too loose fit. Thanks

If you just want to work out what size SM Wholesale jacket... just wait for them to get back to you...

Patches and rank are miles off the movie jacket. but its your money..

 

[EnricoBrun]

you're wrong, that's what comes closest !! compare with the real jacket of the film sold at auction: look at the x seams in the same color as the chevrons, the cloth fabric that covers the patch ... Buzz R can go to sleep peacefully

 

[EnricoBrun]

anyone have experiences with oriental Max Cady store? their reproduction looks good apart from the too-electric blue chevrons

 

[Chandler]

I really happy with my Taxi Driver MKII Bronson.

WWII Taxi Driver Model Tank Combat Jacket

Second-generation tank jackets for armored forces during World War II. compared to the first generation jacket, change to a more user-friendly oblique pocket, other details are less changed, and it is loved by armored soldiers. Robert De Niro uses this model in the film "Taxi Driver" with the...

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How does it fit the shoulder holster for the S&W model 29?

 

[ausreenactor]

you're wrong, that's what comes closest !! compare with the real jacket of the film sold at auction: look at the x seams in the same color as the chevrons, the cloth fabric that covers the patch ... Buzz R can go to sleep peacefully

The 'original h'as 14 X stitches down the side of the 2nd Armored patch. SM Wholesale has 11 with massive gaps.

If you are happy with a sub standard sewing job on a sub standard reproduction, fill your boots.

As many have said, patch your own WWII Impressions, Buzz Rickson or Real McCoy Tanker and don't look like a FARB with junk patches. The X stitching is easy...

 

[EnricoBrun]

I have to look at the best ones that are more similar to the film, not to history ... SM closest, there is no doubt

 

[mulceber]

SM closest, there is no doubt

I think @ausreenactor just raised some pretty serious doubts about SM's accuracy to the film jacket. You should re-read his post (post #16).

At this point, I think everyone's spinning their wheels. You came in already set on buying one very specific jacket, complained that the company wasn't responding to your emails, and asked us to solve your fit question. Nobody here has answered that question, and people here are generally quite happy to share information, so I suspect it's because we don't know. So we suggested alternatives instead. If you're hell bent on the SM jacket (and I think you should re-read the above critique of its accuracy to the film jacket), then either wait for SM to respond to your email or write to them again.

 

[ausreenactor]

Here is the stitching on the Buzz Rickson 'War Daddy' version.

You will see the 14 stitches, just like the screen version. I count 14 on the Buzz Ricskon (matches the screen jacket), 11 on the SM Wholesale. There is no doubt what serious collectors would consider a decent reproduction. Buy a standard SM Wholesale jacket and do it yourself if you want it close to the Fury jacket. Don't be a sap with more money than sense. (Wonder what Raph is up to these days?).

Here is the BR version..

 

[ausreenactor]

https://m.facebook.com/groups/4978627231/permalink/10159438637147232/

Is this you asking the same question on FB? Everyone is saying Buzz Rickson over there too....