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[rob NL]

Hi guys, some time who I bought these tunics. At the last Kassel show I found this book, and I was happy to see the tropical tunic being worn. I never understood why the flap of the breast pocket was sewn down. When looking at the pics I realized why. It was just an annoying flap. 🤣

[rob NL]

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[Gran Sasso]

I never understood why the flap of the breast pocket was sewn down. When looking at the pics I realized why. It was just an annoying flap. 🤣

Yes, typical behavior of flaps of tropical tunics, could be seen at many period fotos.

Great historical tunic!

[TWS]

Yes, typical behavior of flaps of tropical tunics, could be seen at many period fotos.

Great historical tunic!

Same thing with the reed green HBT tunics as well.

[Johnny R]

People did this as well in the American Army to improve the appearance of the uniform especially clothing worn for inspections.

[markus]

A really beautiful tunic Rob!

The first tunic I ever bought (Generalmajor) some 20 odd years ago was very much alike and also featured the same sewn-down flaps. Underneath the flaps you could see the original tunic's colour before the sun had bleached the rest. A stupidity I sold that tunic, but I was 20 and needed cash for another purchase...

Cheers,
Markus

[compressore]

Wow. What a nice tunics you have there !

For the sewn flaps: I have a KM tropical jacket to an officer. All flaps fixed by small stitches for the breast pockets.

Regards
Christian

[JasonA]

Rob - this was done on continental tunics as well from time to time. Either tailor/wearer preference, or simply the owner not snipping the threads when purchased. Similar today when you buy suits and the pockets are sewn shut.

J-

[rob NL]

Thanks for your replies!
I'll post the other tunics also from Stettner.