{"product_id":"40s-wwⅱ-german-army-splinter-camouflage-43-pattern-winter-parka","title":"［~40's］WWⅡ German Army Splinter Camouflage 43 Pattern Winter Parka","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA Wehrmacht Winter Parka in Splittermuster 43 pattern, estimated from the 1940s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAn exceptionally rare acquisition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Wehrmacht—the unified military force of Nazi Germany spanning 1935 to 1945—comprised three branches: the Heer (Army), Kriegsmarine (Navy), and Luftwaffe (Air Force).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe term Wehrmacht replaced the earlier designation Reichswehr, embodying the Nazi regime's effort to rearm Germany beyond the constraints imposed by the Treaty of Versailles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFollowing Adolf Hitler's rise to power in 1933, the establishment of the Wehrmacht stood among his most audacious moves.\u003cbr\u003eIt represented the creation of a modern, offensive military apparatus designed to achieve the regime's long-term territorial ambitions: reclaiming lost lands, acquiring new territories, and dominating neighboring states.\u003cbr\u003eThis demanded the reinstatement of conscription alongside massive investment in military industry and defence expenditure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFollowing Germany's unconditional surrender on May 8th, 1945, Allied occupation commenced and the systematic dissolution of the Wehrmacht proceeded.\u003cbr\u003eOn August 20th, 1946, the Wehrmacht and all its subsidiary branches were formally disbanded by the Supreme Headquarters of the Allied Expeditionary Force.\u003cbr\u003eThis encompassed the Heer, Kriegsmarine, and Luftwaffe.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFollowing the Wehrmacht's dissolution, Germany was rendered militarily neutral, with the subsequent rearmament of West Germany (Federal Republic) and East Germany (Democratic Republic) proceeding independently within the Cold War context.\u003cbr\u003eWest Germany established the Bundeswehr in 1955, integrating into NATO.\u003cbr\u003eEast Germany, conversely, formed the Nationale Volksarmee in 1956, aligning with the Warsaw Pact.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese new military organizations were formally distinct from Wehrmacht traditions and structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFrom this period emerges the Winter Parka—issued and worn as winter service dress during the Second World War.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSo few examples survive, domestically or internationally, that many encountering this piece will do so for the first time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe defining characteristic of this specimen is, without question, the distinctive German military camouflage pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKnown colloquially as Splittermuster, this four-colour camouflage pattern was developed in the late 1920s and became the first official camouflage pattern adopted by the Reichswehr in 1931.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFormally designated Buntfarbendruck 31, it was renamed Splittermuster 31 in 1935.\u003cbr\u003eThis pattern found primary use on Zeltbahn (shelter halves) and saw widespread adoption across military uniforms during the Second World War.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis example employs Splittermuster 31, distinguishing it from post-1950s iterations through both its colour palette and character—an undeniable presence absent in later renditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Winter Parka exists in various documented configurations: different camouflage treatments and reversible constructions among them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOther Splittermuster-patterned Winter Parkas do exist, differentiated by subtle variations in pattern density and reversibility specifications, each bearing distinct nomenclature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAccording to period documentation in our archives, this piece carries the designation WINTERANZUG 43, SPLITTERTARNMUSTER 31.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis model features a non-reversible construction: cotton outer with rayon lining.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe closure employs a double-layer front placket fastened through six buttons—an ingenious double-wall construction that seals against wind penetration while retaining internal warmth. Thoroughly rational in its engineering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe hem features exposed-button flap pockets; reinforcement patches of matching fabric reinforce the elbows.\u003cbr\u003eAdjustable button tabs at each cuff allow for sizing adaptation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHood and hem are fitted with cord-type drawstrings, while interior construction includes dual waist ties.\u003cbr\u003eCinching the drawstrings offers silhouette variation—a two-way system inviting personal interpretation through wear.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe interior right placket bears faint but visible Wehrmacht stamps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThough unmarked, sizing appears to align with Japanese M to L.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eActual measurements suggest a golden size for contemporary Japanese proportions, accommodating varied builds comfortably.\u003cbr\u003eIn proper military fashion, it rewards loose, generous layering—none the worse for that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSurface wear—abrasion, minor tears—speaks to honest use, though the piece remains entirely wearable with no substantial compromise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGerman military pieces command considerable attention in recent years, yet their scarcity—rooted in historical circumstance—ensures demand far outpaces supply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWith dedicated collectors fiercely guarding examples, archival pieces of this calibre are beyond conventional acquisition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBeyond its rarity, this functions as serious fashion—a garment worth wearing, not sequestering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is not merchandise one purchases readily, nor can future availability be assured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAs wardrobe, collection, or design reference, it is uncompromising.\u003cbr\u003eSeldom encountered in the domestic market, those long searching for precisely this piece would be wise not to overlook this moment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VIEUX ET NOUVEAU","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43579047215282,"sku":"J0698","price":0.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0554\/2140\/3314\/files\/DSCF2765.jpg?v=1704711285","url":"https:\/\/vieuxetnouveau-shop.com\/en\/products\/40s-wwii-german-army-splitter-camouflage-43-pattern-winter-parka","provider":"VIEUX ET NOUVEAU","version":"1.0","type":"link"}