Eaglehurst Posted June 2, 2012 Share Posted June 2, 2012 (edited) There seem to be several variants of the venerable 1951 pattern parka introduced in answer to the bitter winter climate of Korea. I have examples of the early 1951 variant with no upper chest pockets, a very lightweight cotton shell (almost poplin) and fixed hood - 'Parka Middle'. I also have an example of the later version, 1953 onwards, made from sateen with upper and lower pockets and detachable hood - 'Parka Middle with detachable hood'. It also seems there was an intermediate (see pictures) version 'Parka Middle (1952 Pattern)' - that has upper and lower pockets, a heavier weight gaberdine type cotton and a fixed hood. Interesting to see the evolution over a short period of time.... So that is 3 different versions....anyone aware of any more? Edited June 2, 2012 by Eaglehurst Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wdbikemad Posted June 2, 2012 Share Posted June 2, 2012 Dammit Jason !! Whenever I think I've finished a section in the book, along you come with an oddity !!!!!:-D Seems that the middle parkas followed the trousers in the number of variants........ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eaglehurst Posted June 3, 2012 Author Share Posted June 3, 2012 Sorry about that Steve! I do like these parkas and there seems to be several variants as per the smocks.....wouldn't be surprised if there are more out there.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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