Perry 16175

Renowned for its craftsmanship and distinctive design, Perry Sportswear Inc. of Newburgh, New York, supplied A-2 jackets to the U.S. Army under three carefully executed contracts. Like its contemporary Rough Wear, Perry retained the signature collar stand across all its designs, combining wartime style with enduring functionality. Jackets were produced in premium goatskin and horsehide, available in rich russet or deep seal tones, reflecting the company’s commitment to quality and durability.

The Perry A-2 embodies an athletic and commanding silhouette, offering broad shoulders, generous upper sleeves, and one of the longest body lengths among all wartime contracts—ensuring both elegance and comfort for the wearer.

Perry’s design is distinguished by meticulous and recognizable detailing: the precise ¼-inch topstitching along the collar and pocket flaps, the absence of triangular stitch reinforcement at the base of the zipper, and the subtle use of dull purple-brown thread, faithfully reproduced here as the standard for this contract. Every element of the originals has been recreated with exquisite attention to detail, resulting in a jacket that is as historically authentic as it is refined—a timeless collector’s piece that conveys style, prestige, and heritage.