Item 2016.053 - Walls Blizzard Proof Padded Coverall

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2016.053

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Walls Blizzard Proof Padded Coverall

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  • undated [1960- 1979] (Creation)

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Westminster Menswear Archive

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All in one bodysuit in a dark blue, nylon fabric. Suit is front fastening via a concealed zip down to the waist and five poppers. Collar of suit is lined with a fleece fabric and can either be worn turned down or turned up and fastened with a button closed strap for added warmth. There are four, large, patch pockets at the front of the suit; two at the chest and two just below the waist. These flaps velcro closed. There are zips down the side of each leg. The suit has long sleeves with a ribbed cuff. The waist of the suit is slightly elasticated at the back and there is a half belt that can be worn either to the front or back. Straps are found at the cuff of each leg which can be hooked around the foot for added security.

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      Label 1: Walls / Blizzard Proof / One Piece Suit / WASH WITHOUT WORRY / WARM WITHOUT WEIGHT / THE CLIF-TEX MFG. CO CLEBURNE TEXAS
      Label 2: Fibre content on reverse side / Lot 2020 / Large / Chest 42-44 / Length / Regular / Body Shell / 100% Nylon / Insulation Polyester Fibre Fill / RN17182 / Cut 22
      Material: Nylon, Polyester
      Measurements: 45cm [Chest]; 156cm [Length]
      Details: Zips and Poppers
      Physical Condition: Good

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      U.PR.1 - 2016

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