[~70's] Italian Navy Blue Moleskin Work Smock Size.3

1976, Italian NavyThis is the Blue Moleskin Worksmock.

The Italian Navy (Marina Militare) is a maritime force in the regular military forces of the Italian Republic and serves as a core entity in the country's defense regime.

Its origins date back to the Regia Marina (Red Navy), which was founded in 1861, following the Italian unification movement (Resolgiment), and was founded as a navy of a unified nation based on the Kingdom of Sardinia's navy.
Since then, through World War I and World War II, he has established himself as a major maritime nation in the Mediterranean.

In particular, during World War II, it had a fleet including the battleship "Littorio" class, and was engaged in fierce battles during the battle with the Allied Powers and the Axis Powers.
After the war, the monarchy was abolished in 1946 and the Italian Republic was established, and at the same time it was renamed Marina Militare (Republic Navy), and a fundamental reorganization of equipment and organization was carried out.

During the Cold War, he played a core role in the defense of the Western camp in the Mediterranean defense of the Western camp, and in recent years he has actively participated in multinational missions, including the Adriatic, Indian Ocean, Red Sea and coastal Africa.

He has fulfilled his international duties both tactically and humanitarianly, including counterterrorism operations in the African Sahel region, maritime humanitarian assistance in the immigration crisis, and maritime missions under the EU Navy Forces (EUNAVFOR MED).

Military design, which combines the Navy's unique traditional beauty and rationality, has also received high praise in the context of fashion art as a crystallization of visual functional beauty and practicalism.

The "Blue Moleskin Work Smock" was probably worn as a battleship deck workwear by the Italian Navy.Here's an introduction.

This individual is based on a linen work mock worn on the battleship deck at the Royal Italian Navy during World War II, and is believed to be a later model that was passed down over time as materials and sewing techniques evolved.

This piece has been upgraded to "Moleskin Cotton" which retains the original details of the time, yet is more durable, and is the essence of military wear, which combines practicality and style beauty in an exquisite way.

The most distinctive feature is the 3-button pullover design on the placket.

Despite its minimal opening and closing structure, it is designed to be easy to put on and take off, giving it the functional beauty unique to military use.

The mountain-shaped flap pocket, which is only on the left chest, is also an excellent visual accent.

The asymmetrical design creates a moderate sense of casualness while still being rugged, subtly bringing out the individuality of the wearer.

You can see a stamp with the year of payment written on the back of the collar, and a stamp with the size indicated on the inside of the neck.
Since the letter "1976" can be seen in the stamp, it is assumed that this individual was officially provided in 1976.

This individual is made of "100% cotton" moleskin fabric.

It is characterized by a smooth texture and a slightly brushed feel, giving it an elegant look that looks like a glossy finish depending on the angle you look at it.

As the history of once used as work clothes shows, it is a sturdy material that combines thickness and density, but one of its charms is that it blends into your body with each wear and changes its texture to your own unique style.

The high density of woven Morskin creates heat retention and durability.
In modern fashion, the heavy, soft texture, which is more like luxury, creates a solid presence.

The color is a deep navy blue color.

The calm color is slightly dull, and while it is covered in a sophisticated atmosphere like ink blue, the moist luster is exquisitely responsive to the material.
As small bites appear on the rubbing areas over time, even the time spent wearing them is sublimated into part of the design.

This deep and shady colour stands out from classic navy, and gives the overall style a calm look while still giving a dignified impression, giving it a truly exquisite balance.

The combination of colors and materials, which speaks quietly and yet has a strong personality, further enhances the charm of this piece.

Overall, this piece has a quiet presence without being too assertive.
While it gives a sense of its roots as a military uniform, it is also attractive for its perfect balance as a fashion item.

Not only is it a collector's piece, it is an excellent product that fits comfortably into everyday styling.

Size notation is "3"
I think it falls in the "M" size in Japanese size.

Looking at the actual measurements, it is a golden size that suits the Japanese body type, so I think it can be worn by a wide range of people with a wide range of body types.
It looks great whether you wear it in the perfect size or the oversized size.

Although there are signs of wear such as bites that are typical of the fabric, there are no major damage that can cause problems with wearing it, so I think you can still wear it. 

A historic Italian Navy works mock with stamps showing that it was actually provided in 1976.
This rare model inherits the design codes from World War II, while also providing sewing techniques and durability that can only be achieved in later years.

The navy blue color, which combines depth and luster, creates an atmosphere that is unique and sets it apart from any other item.

This is an individual that is rarely seen on the market, so this is a masterpiece that should be picked up only for those who deeply love military wear and those with aesthetic sense that is strong in vintage fashion.