1944 Jacket9oz 100% cotton ripstop
Another brand new HebTroCo version of a vintage mid century military classic. Tough but light 100% cotton ripstop fabric that can take some hammer and will age well. Made for us in North London using our pattern, designed in Calderdale.
We’ve been wearing WW2 era versions of this US Army jacket for years. They’re a summer classic worn simply with a t-shirt. Vintage military designs like this were made for a purpose and combine practicality with good looks. What was created back then for army use makes for great everyday wear today. This is our rework of a mid twentieth century classic that still has the style.
It’s a touch heavier than a shirt but lighter than most jackets meaning you’ll be fixed for most conditions and those big pockets swallow up a surprising amount without spoiling this jacket’s great looks.
Sleeves are a generous width so can be rolled up to get some rays on your pasty arms. Cuff buttons down to make you cosy when you’ve stayed out too long and it all goes a bit cold.
We were given exclusive first access to use this 100% organic cotton 9oz ripstop cloth from Halley Stevensons’ new un-waxed range, making this another great British collaboration of manufacturing and clothing brand.
It's in the details
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Mid-weight 9oz 100% organic cotton R200 ripstop
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Two large buttoned half bellow chest pockets
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Double button style cuff fastenings
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Cuban style collar and lapel
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British made plastic-free buttons
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Hanger loop in the neck
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Run and fell shoulder, arm and side seams
Durable by design
Ripstop was first developed during World War II as an alternative to delicate and expensive silk. The densely woven grid of coarse fibres stops tears from spreading, extending the life of a garment.
The ripstop cloth we have chosen for the 1944 Jacket is a precursor to Halley Stevensons newly launched Baltic Works collection, a range of untreated, high-quality, natural fabrics. As part of the development process, we were given special access to an untreated version of the traditional R200 cloth to real-world-test in jacket form. It was a triumph with the first sample of the 1944 Jacket getting a big thumbs up from us.
The grid weave has a fantastic texture that will fade beautifully with wear and washing. The cloth is aero tumbled for softness on first wear and sanforised to minimise any further wash shrinkage.
Why ‘1944’?
It started with a vintage piece Ed dug out from the Rag Parade shop in Sheffield. A classic US Army jacket from WW2. It has physically endured and retained its stylish look for 80 years – qualities that we aspire to achieve in our garments.
In the summer of 2024, we launched a green herringbone twill interpretation of the vintage piece which we named the 1943 Jacket. The 1944 is its successor, made up in a whole new cloth. We have also made some physical changes to the sleeves, making them more roomy so it’s even easier to roll them right up your arm, safari style, when it’s warm.
We haven’t religiously stuck to the design of the vintage piece we have in our collection – and for good reason… The original has optimistic “gas protection features” – a flap of material behind the front opening and some buttons at the back neck to attach a protective hood. This model was also impregnated with a “special” solution to resist gas vapours. We didn’t think you’d be wearing your shirt in a chemical warfare environment so we left all this stuff out!
In terms of cloth, a finer cotton weave was a more practical replacement for the rougher denim that had been used in the 1940s. Still rugged, the cloth had to meet the demands of action while also being comfortable to wear – two qualities that align with the requirements of a HebTroCo version. Longevity and wearability.
Size Guide
In the photos: Ed is 5’8″ / 10.5 stone and wears a size Medium.
Choose your usual HebTroCo size.
Any questions at all please email us and we'll do our best to guide you
| SIZE | S | M | L | XL | 2XL |
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| Pit to Pit (A) | 22.05 | 23.03 | 24.51 | 25.98 | 27.46 |
| Back Length (B) | 29.13 | 29.53 | 30.12 | 30.71 | 31.30 |
| Sleeve Length (C) | 23.23 | 23.43 | 23.72 | 24.02 | 24.31 |
| SIZE | S | M | L | XL | 2XL |
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| Pit to Pit (A) | 56.0 | 58.5 | 62.25 | 66.0 | 69.75 |
| Back Length (B) | 74.0 | 75.0 | 76.5 | 78.0 | 79.5 |
| Sleeve Length (C) | 59.0 | 59.5 | 60.25 | 61.0 | 61.75 |
Product Care
Wash gently. No spin. Line dry.
Reviews
Adrian Oxley (verified owner) –
When the package arrived, it felt small and light in comparison to the Iron Jute shirt. But once unpackaged you realise that it doesn’t matter, it’s not meant to be heavy it’s a summer weight shirt/jacket. I sized this one to my true size and it is perfect, as still enough room for a light jumper underneath if necessary. The material falls really well and the big statement pockets make it stand out from the crowd. For warmer weather or evenings when the temperature starts to fall a bit it’s just perfect. Well done on another lasting classic, well styled, well made, amazing quality.
Giles (verified owner) –
Arrived yesterday and it’s a great addition to my wardrobe. Fabric is light but wind-resistant… perfect for those sunny but breezy days that we do so well in West Yorkshire.
richardhough102 (verified owner) –
Just received this order – great quality as usual and enjoying the vintage look. Does still have a shirt vibe and look forward to wearing with sleeves rolled up as the weather turns warmer! I am usually a medium and this size worked for this item.