USN SALVAGE SMOCK PARKA (OVER-DYED) Colour:RED wool knit caps were a

wool knit caps were a common part of the Navy’s cold-weather gear

convex lenses designed to cover as much of the eye as possible

with the attachment position made lower for convenience

It was designed to protect the wearer from toxic gas

where it took a turn from military wear to practical civilian clothing

USN SALVAGE SMOCK PARKA (OVER-DYED) Colour:RED wool knit caps were aAlthough the Salvage parka is officially called the 'Decontaminate Smock Parka,' it carries several names such as 'Salvage' and 'Gunner Parka. There are also approximately 4 to 5 different styles, including those using denim. While the early model button pullover features a single chest pocket, this is a reproduction of the later model featuring diagonal pockets on both sides and straps to tighten the sleeves around the wrists. The white colour was