WW2, British, String Vest.

String vests were introduced during the early war years as part of the layering system for keeping warm. They were produced from thick cotton ‘strands’ that were woven into the form of sleeveless pullover shirt. Worn under the vest it trapped body heat keeping the wearer worm, it could also be worn during the summer, over the shirt to keep cool by drawing sweat away from the shirt allowing quicker evaporation. Five sizes were produced, with the smallest number being the smallest size with two slightly differing patterns. One pattern had woven shoulder straps with the most common having the more comfortable cloth strap.

This example is in good wearable order; however, it lacks its date, maker, and size tag. Priced to reflect the missing tag. Perfect for the reenactor or modern mannequin display.
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Code: 107