The 37-J-1 flight jacket, introduced in the pre-World War II era, was a lightweight jacket designed for the U.S. Navy. Made from sturdy cotton twilljungle cloth, it offered pilots essential protection and flexibility during flight. Unlike its leather counterparts, the 37-J-1 was lighter and more breathable, making it ideal for warmer climates and non-combat missions. Originals are very very rare and every flight jacket collectorsdream.
We were lucky to put our hands on a rare original and to examine it thouroughly. Our verison of the 37-j-1 jacket has all the features as the legendary originals and is a must for the serious vintage afficiando or vintage flight jackets collector.
The following features characterize our 1938 USN 37-J-1 flight jacket:
- Outer: 100% cotton densley woven jungle cloth
- Lining: 100% cotton
- two outer pockets one inner pockets
- vintage talon zipper
- Made in Turkey