Early 1966 BMC (Belstaff) British Royal Navy Ventile Windproof Deck Smock.
Early 1966 BMC (Belstaff) British Royal Navy Ventile Windproof Deck Smock.
This is an extremely special offering.
On any given day, the Royal Navy Ventile “Foul Weather” Deck Smock is one of the most sought after vintage designs we source. But this one is exceptionally special. This is the tagged to 1966. 99% of these smocks that are available for sale are from the 80’s and 90’s. VERY scarcely is one seen from the 1970’s, and these earliest Khaki-lined examples from the 1960’s are nearly non-existent. This smock was made by Legendary British Motorcycle clothing brand Belstaff International (BMC= Belstaff Manufacturing Company) This is a holy grail.
This gorgeous, and intricately designed/ constructed smock is made of heavy duty, rich navy Ventile cotton (A very expensive to manufacture water/ windproof fabric), available here in great condition and in a great size (which is approx a beautifully wearable size Medium. Usually the smocks are found in gargantuan sizes only)
The garment is very adjustable size wise, as the hood, waist, hem, and wrists all have strings and straps that can be tied or buttoned accordingly to keep wind and rain firmly OUT.
Like all smocks, they are made to have a loose fit (for ease of getting them both on and off, as well as allowing the user to wear multiple layers for warmth underneath).
Approx size Medium (Could easily be worn by a size Small and Large as well. Very flexible fit)
pit to pit 25"
shoulder to shoulder (approx, raglan) 20"
shoulder to cuff (approx, raglan) 25"
shoulder to bottom 29"
Trousers sold separately. Some signs of wear