[~30's] French Army Indigo HBT Linen Double Breasted Mechanic Jacket "Modified"

Estimated around the 1930s,French army "Indigo Herringbone Twill Linen Double Breasted Mechanic Jacket".

Super special items are now in stock.

The French Armed Forces (Armée française) is the regular military of the French Republic, and is mainly comprised of the Army (Armée de Terre), Navy (Marine nationale), Air Force and Space Force (Armée de l'Air et de l'Espace), and National Gendarmerie (Gendarmerie nationale).

Of these, the French Army (Armée de Terre) in a narrow sense has the oldest tradition, and its origins can be traced back to the medieval Capetian period, but its modern system as a national army was established after the French Revolution (1789).

In World War I, the French Army fought as the main force on the Allied side, contributing to victory despite making great sacrifices.
In the ensuing World War II, France was defeated in the Blitzkrieg by the German army in 1940, and under the Vichy regime some of its forces were placed under German control, while the "Free French Forces" (Forces françaises libres) operated alongside the Allies under the leadership of Charles de Gaulle.

After World War II, with the establishment of the Fourth Republic in 1946, the French military was reorganized and served in colonial wars (Indochina War, Algerian War, etc.).
That experience also influenced military doctrine during the Cold War.

Currently, the French military maintains its position as a key player in international security through the frameworks of the European Union, NATO, and the United Nations, and is engaged in global military operations, particularly through anti-terrorism operations in the Sahel region (Operation Vulcan) and overseas expeditionary capabilities based on the aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle.

Rather than the French army, it was mainly the signal soldiers.As maintenance work clothesIntroducing the "Indigo HBT Linen Double Breasted Mechanic Jacket" that was provided and worn.

Among the many French military items, this model is highly regarded as a top piece.

The reason why this specimen is treated as special is clear; the first thing that catches your eye is the "double-breasted" front.

This is complemented by indigo dyeing, which is especially rare in French vintage, and the unique drape of linen that sways.
This is a piece where the material and dyeing play a central role, rather than focusing on the details.

An important point to note is that the button on the men's matching side is missing, so currently the front can only be closed with the right front matching (women's matching).

However, rather than being a "fatal" point, I would say this is a "margin".
Of course, if you add buttons, you can also use it as a men's item as usual.

Additionally, this item has been modified by eliminating the patch pocket that was originally placed at the hem on the front right side.
As a result, only one pocket remains on the hem, and the asymmetrical balance gives it a rather modern feel.

The double-breasted jacket has an impact, but there are only patch pockets at the hem.
This cleanliness is what makes your styling stronger.

On the back, you can clearly see the deep angled back yoke that can be seen on older jackets.
In addition, the change in the center of the back and the line that connects from the shoulders to the body are three-dimensional, so it doesn't feel flat when worn.

This item uses indigo-dyed "herringbone twill linen" fabric.

Even among French vintage items, the combination of "linen x HBT x indigo" is exceptional.
Weaving HBT with such ridges from linen takes time and money, so the number of balls is extremely small in the first place.

Moreover, the fact that this luxurious fabric was used in a mechanic's jacket, a ``consumable item that is heavily used in the field,'' must have been unprecedented even at the time.

The fine ridges create a three-dimensional feel, and the knots and dry crispness unique to linen.

Although it is tough, it "pulls and sways" every time you move.
It has a texture that combines ruggedness and sexiness.

The more you wear it, the harder it becomes, and it falls along your body.
Even wrinkles and slits will become expressions, and changes over time will turn into ``dignity'' rather than ``deterioration.''

The color is an indigo fade color that shows noticeable changes over time.

This is another core of scarcity.
It's not just "just blue," but because it's dyed with indigo, there's a fading effect on this piece.

Unlike workwear that is uniformly dyed with blue dye, the gradation created by the accumulation of wear, sunburn, and washing creates depth in the colors, ranging from pale light blue to deep indigo.

While the beautiful fade takes center stage on the front, the deep indigo still remains on the back and near the seam allowance.
This contrast is the real thrill of indigo dyeing.

I cannot confirm the size description, but I think it corresponds to "XS ~ S" in Japanese size.

Even if you look at the actual measurements, the size will be on the small side, so if you are petite, you will be able to wear it without any problems.

There are signs of wear, fading, stains, scuffs, fraying, small holes, repair marks, replaced buttons, missing buttons, missing pockets, etc. that are typical of the fabric, so if you like this kind of atmosphere, this is the item you'll love.

Of course, I cannot recommend it to those looking for perfect conditions.

However, on the other hand, if you want to wear it lightly like a shirt and enjoy the fabric and color, I think it is a very attractive item, including the price.

"Indigo HBT Linen Double Breasted Mechanic Jacket" is talked about as a top piece among the many French military pieces.

This is a special piece that shows off its class with just the "material and dyeing" without exaggerating the details.

I think it would be perfect as a wardrobe item, or as a collection item.
I think this is a rare item, both domestically and internationally, so if you've been looking for one or if you like rare items, don't miss this opportunity.