Original Tanker Jacket Question

[alcon]

Does anyone know why original Tanker jackets were designed where the zipper doesn't go all the way up to the top of the collar? I don't know the reason do you?

 

[horseback leader]

Just a W.A.G (Wild Assed Guess) but I'd say comfort.

 

[alcon]

Yes, I thought about that too but, if the zip went all the way to the top the wearer would have a "comfort choice." If he wanted to be warm, he could zip it up to the top. If he was uncomfortable with it zipped to the top, he wouldn't have to zip it all the way up. I initially thought it may have something to do with the need to have space for communications wires but, somebody must know for sure. :?

 

[Tim P]

I think it just is. No real additional wamth can be gained by another two inches of zip. The way it is the zip pull can't really rub against the sensitive skin under the chin.

 

[arclight]

Also the OD wool scarf was used extensively in the ETO with the tanker, M41 and M43. Can you imagine cold zipper teeth against the neck and face?

 

[Tim P]

Also the OD wool scarf was used extensively in the ETO with the tanker, M41 and M43. Can you imagine cold zipper teeth against the neck and face?

I can.