WWII US Navy N-3 Utility Shirt | Vietnam Modified | NXSX Contract | Size 15
Description
A fascinating piece of transitional naval history. This is an original World War II US Navy N-3 Utility Shirt that saw continued service, likely into the Vietnam War era.
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History: The collar is stamped with contract number NXSX-84254, definitively dating the manufacture to the WWII era (approx. 1943-45).
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Configuration: Originally a long-sleeve garment, this shirt features period-shortened sleeves, a common modification for ground personnel and Seabees deployed to tropical zones like Vietnam.
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Insignia: It features the classic WWII "U.S.N." stencil on the pocket, augmented by a post-war style "U.S. NAVY" branch tape sewn above it.
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Condition: Excellent warehouse condition. The fabric remains crisp and the color is vibrant.
Technical Specs:
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Type: N-3 Utility Uniform Shirt
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Contract: NXSX-84254 (WWII)
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Size: 15 (Neck size in inches)
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Approx. Measurements:
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Chest (Pit to Pit): ~22" (56 cm)
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Length: ~28" (72 cm)
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Neck: 15" (38 cm)
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Features: U.S.N. Stencil, U.S. Navy Tape
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Condition: Excellent vintage (Modified).
