Vintage Gloverall Duffle Coats

Been for an afternoon walk today. Weather was dull, damp and raining so l immediately went for my 1960's Gloverall duffle coat before leaving the house, safe in the knowledge it would keep me snug and warm.
Just made me curious to find out about the history of the duffle coat. Through a bit of research, mainly Wiki l must admit! Anyway the duffle coat owes it's popularity to the British Royal Navy who first issued the duffle coat in World War 1.

In the 1950's and 1960's became a popular piece of clothing to the general public as post World War 2 surplus stock was sold off. Along came Gloverall in 1954 and started producing there own duffle coat and every duffle you see now is a copy of that original made by Gloverall.

I think the main reason for the continued popularity of vintage Gloverall duffle coats today is simply the quality which is still exceptional.
Well this has been my first effort at a blog for Brick Vintage, try and do another next week, thanks for reading.

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