Edward53 Posted January 28, 2014 Share Posted January 28, 2014 I recently purchased these from two different sources but they obviously come from the same original batch. Both have the size stamped in a box by the label, but although the smock label is for a 7, it is stamped 5, presumably a mistake as it seems like a 7. The smock was from mainland Europe at a very reasonable price indeed, the trousers from ebay at a less cheap but still fair price or so I thought. Anyway I had to get the trousers once I'd ordered the smock, and it was a relief to open the parcel this morning and find the smock exactly as described. Hope this is of interest! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eaglehurst Posted January 28, 2014 Share Posted January 28, 2014 Very nice indeed - don't often see then in that condition or size. I suspect the 'HE 5' stamp is more likely the quality controller stamp number rather than a second guess at size. You have a large sized smock and a small pair of trousers there - as the 01, 02, 03 sizes were smallest issue size available. H E Textiles did seem to be a the better end of the makers of that era. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edward53 Posted January 28, 2014 Author Share Posted January 28, 2014 Absolutely, I am 6-2 and 44 chest and there is room to spare in that smock! The arms are especially long. However the trousers are bigger than you might think, and the two items don't look obviously mismatched when laid side by side. I don't know why the trousers are 03 instead of 3 as the size seems right for a 3. The quality does seem quite good but maybe that's due to the newness. Both labels still glint like mica fragments or dried egg white. I like combat clothing in this condition, as though you've been to the stores and back in a time machine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boots dms Posted January 28, 2014 Share Posted January 28, 2014 Excellent set you have there, I love this period of kit ,and its still out there if you keep looking,very nice indeed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wdbikemad Posted January 29, 2014 Share Posted January 29, 2014 Selection of British windproof SAS and arctic combat smocks and trousers........early 1975/76 to 83 era and post that date..................all new....... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wdbikemad Posted January 29, 2014 Share Posted January 29, 2014 Another arctic windproof smock............post-84 issue but note the presence of the rear rank tab and no FFD pocket ! I reckon this dates from 84 - 86.......? Made by James Smith & Co............ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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