{"product_id":"40-s-wwii-german-army-green-drillich-hbt-linen-summer-field-jacket-wehrmacht","title":"［~40’s］WWII German Army Green Drillich HBT Linen Summer Field Jacket \"Wehrmacht\"","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Wehrmacht summer field jacket in green Drillich herringbone twill linen, estimated from the 1940s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA special acquisition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Wehrmacht—the unified military of Nazi Germany from 1935 to 1945—comprised three branches: the Heer (army), Kriegsmarine (navy), and Luftwaffe (air force).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe name Wehrmacht replaced the earlier \"Reichswehr,\" marking the Nazi regime's effort to rearm Germany beyond the limits permitted by the Treaty of Versailles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollowing Adolf Hitler's rise to power in 1933, the establishment of the Wehrmacht was among his most explicit and audacious undertakings.\u003cbr\u003eIt signified the creation of a modern military force with aggressive capability—essential to achieving the Nazi regime's long-term objectives of reclaiming lost territories, acquiring new lands, and dominating neighboring nations.\u003cbr\u003eThis required the reintroduction of conscription and substantial investment in military production and defense spending.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollowing Germany's unconditional surrender on 8 May 1945, Allied occupation began and the Wehrmacht underwent systematic dissolution.\u003cbr\u003eOn 20 August 1946, the Wehrmacht and all its subdivisions were formally dissolved by the Allied Command.\u003cbr\u003eThis included the Heer, Kriegsmarine, and Luftwaffe.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter the Wehrmacht's dissolution, Germany became a nation without military force. Subsequently, rearmament in both West Germany (Federal Republic) and East Germany (German Democratic Republic) proceeded separately within the Cold War context.\u003cbr\u003eWest Germany established the Bundeswehr (Federal Armed Forces) in 1955, becoming part of NATO.\u003cbr\u003eMeanwhile, East Germany founded the Nationale Volksarmee (National People's Army) in 1956, joining the Warsaw Pact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese new military organizations were regarded as distinct from Wehrmacht traditions and structure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the Wehrmacht, we present the \"Drillich Summer Field Jacket (Drillichanzug)\"—issued and worn as summer field wear during the Second World War.\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrillich is a German term denoting a weaving method, specifically referring to herringbone twill fabric.\u003cbr\u003eDuring the Second World War in particular, the Wehrmacht adopted it extensively across summer work wear to combat uniforms due to its superior durability.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginally introduced as unbleached work and training garments, once hostilities commenced, its comfort and practicality led to adoption as summer combat wear for field service.\u003cbr\u003eThis indicates that across the Wehrmacht, Kriegsmarine, and Luftwaffe, Drillich garments served in varied capacities beyond mere work wear during summer months.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThough initially designed for work and training purposes, it underwent continuous refinement toward colors and configurations better suited to combat, evolving in response to practical field requirements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrillich in the Wehrmacht is said to have been produced with reference to the French Bourgeron, and the details and hand of the fabric bear striking resemblance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen one speaks of Drillich-fabricated items in the Wehrmacht, the market circulation tends toward work jackets worn in-base. A summer field garment (Drillichanzug) such as this example is exceedingly rare—a piece collectors covet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA minimalist composition with patch pockets only at both hem lines, straightforward linear design unmarred by excess, and the austere bearing characteristic of military dress.\u003cbr\u003eThese elements, enhanced by linen's natural hand and color fade, evoke the finest qualities of vintage presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe collar bears insignia distinctive of \"general enlisted corps\"—collar tabs marked by white and black striping, an essential detail evoking the rank and function inherent to military garments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth shoulders retain the characteristic Wehrmacht shoulder board buttons and loops intact, their presence conveying historical context precisely as conceived in the original specification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFront closure operates via button fastening.\u003cbr\u003eThe front buttons employ Wehrmacht-specific hardware, secured on the reverse with S-ring metal fixtures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe sleeves feature dimensional construction at the forward drape, lending the garment—despite its military provenance—the refined bearing of tailored suiting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside, period stamps remain visible. Wehrmacht practice involved stamping five numerical values on most pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e· Upper left figures denote length to the waist or length to the hem tail.\u003cbr\u003e· Upper right figures denote collar size or circumference around the neck band.\u003cbr\u003e· Central figures denote chest width.\u003cbr\u003e· Lower left figures denote overall length.\u003cbr\u003e· Lower right figures denote sleeve length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll measurements are recorded in centimeters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe color is the Wehrmacht's singular reed green.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA muted, deep green that conveys harmony with the natural world while simultaneously carrying a distinctly urban refinement—an uncommon equilibrium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBearing military austerity while settling seamlessly into contemporary styling, this reed green possesses a quiet but unmistakable presence.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe fabric employs Drillich—the herringbone twill specific to Wehrmacht issue, fabricated in \"100% linen,\" a material highly regarded in the vintage market.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eIts distinctive hand—the gentle undulation with each movement—rivals French linen, and this quality contributes measurably to its appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLinen of this era remains exceptional even to untrained hands; contemporary reproduction is said to be impossible. The fabric alone commands substantial value.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize markings read \"41 \/ 44 \/ 102 \/ 70 \/ 62,\"\u003cbr\u003ecorresponding approximately to Japanese size M.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eActual measurements suggest a golden fit for Japanese proportions, accommodating a wide range of builds.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe fabric exhibits characteristic surface wear, soiling, abrasion, oxidation, missing drawcord, and missing S-rings—normal signs of use. No significant damage impeding wear is apparent, and the piece remains readily wearable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGerman military items have attracted particular notice in recent years, yet such pieces remain exceptionally scarce in extant condition. Demand substantially outpaces supply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWehrmacht items command devoted collectors who rarely release such holdings—undeniably an archive piece of considerable desire.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is not an object to be acquired simply through expenditure; future availability remains uncertain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn exemplary wardrobe piece and equally suited as a collecting artifact or design reference.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeldom encountered domestically or abroad, this remains an item for those who have sought it or favor the uncommon. 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