A pair of Swedish M/1943 faded black thick cotton twill coveralls, dating from the mid-late 1940s or early 1950s. Noted flaws - uneven faded colour throughout - they would have been black orginally, but have faded to grey - various ingrained marks throughout, paint marks throughout the lower third, some loose or missing stitches at the seams throughout, various machine repairs throughout, the outer ankle seams have been split and resewn to allow them to be taken on and off while wearing boots - please see photos. Originally worn by Swedish armoured division tank crew during WW2 and beyond, freshly laundered, excellent quality, thick cotton, chin strap, large D chest pockets, straight through and normal pockets at the waist, tool pockets at the lower right leg, cinches at the ankles, double lined at the seat, elbows and lower legs, suitable for everyone.
Measurements taken lying flat -
Pit to pit - 22" (44" doubled)
Shoulders - 17"
Arms - 23"
Shoulder - waist - 17.5"
Waist - 18" (36" doubled)
Rise - 15"
Inside leg - 27.5"
Hips - 21" (42" doubled)
Total length - 58.5”
Please check your measurements carefully!