For Sale: 1945 Tanker Oversuit

[Bob Carriere]

Lots of important historical information but now the seller is P.O. and removed the suit.

I was under the impression that "Sellers" were allowed to ask what they want for what they sell...... and buyers are not obliged to buy at any price???

Would it not be nice if some one reversed engineered the suit and created patterns for larger sizes and/or even produce repro for the market like What Price Glory..... www.whatpriceglory.com/

Bob C

[Jim Burrill]

I worked with Jerry Lee at WPG to make up the denim AFV crewsuit for my 15th Recce lads. Jerry didn't see a market for them so he connected me with his source in India. Allowing we couldn't get real denim, the best we could do was dyed cotton twill of the right weight and color.

Our unit had some 26 sets of AFV coveralls made up for those that committed for them. Cost ended up being US $110 each postage paid from India.

I later sent over a Size 4 tan Pixie suit. But then I heard that a guy in Poland was already selling Pixies (and Denim AFV suits - real denim!!) and I let the project lapse. The tailor changed his policy and instead of all made to measure, he wanted a set number of sizes - 25 suits, and I didn't have the interest from my lads. Most all the armour owners in the club had already scored real Pixies over the years. I paid 150 for my unissued Size 6! (grin!!)

The Pixie would be more realistic to get an accurate replica made, with the tan fabric and Newell snaps and such available,

If there is enough interest, I could reach out ot the tailor and see if he is game. He still has my pattern suit.

[Bob Carriere]

I got a British AFV repro from WPG which is very nice but the cotton is very light weight material.... now he does sell them as North Africa and Italian campaign garments. I am afraid to wear it as I don't think it would stand up very well except for parades or clean re enactments.

Just out of curiosity when did the Canadian Armored Corp start using the one size fits all jet black heavy denim coveralls .....as used in their workshops I have worn those and they were very sturdy.

I have given up finding a suit that would fit my 6'2" 210 pound frame.... but would be partial to a good sturdy repro.

Bob C

[Jordan Baker]

http://www.solomonadler.com/en-index.htm

These guys were making a pixie suit a few years ago. I just checked and it's no longer listed. But if you are interested it could be worth contacting them.


What I've used is a pair of Denim coveralls. I bought a pair of reproduction ones from a vendor on ebay. They are great to wear and are now covered in grease and stains from using them around the vehicles. I also found them a pretty tough material. I believe WPG sells them. However I think mine came from Spearhead. Although I don't think he is making them anymore.

[Eric R.]

Originally Posted by Jordan Baker

http://www.solomonadler.com/en-index.htm

These guys were making a pixie suit a few years ago. I just checked and it's no longer listed. But if you are interested it could be worth contacting them.


What I've used is a pair of Denim coveralls. I bought a pair of reproduction ones from a vendor on ebay. They are great to wear and are now covered in grease and stains from using them around the vehicles. I also found them a pretty tough material. I believe WPG sells them. However I think mine came from Spearhead. Although I don't think he is making them anymore.

Adler won't deal direct with anyone and his "agent" battle dress and bayonet won't ship to this side of the pond. I tried to get a denim tank suit and had no luck and he finally just stopped responding to emails.

The best choice is the WPG denims. They are the best that is easily available to us in N. America. I really wish we could get a new run of denim tanks suits made but the wheels have been spinning on that for a couple of years now.

[Ed Storey]

Please, when discussing uniforms it is more professional to keep any personal comments about individuals to yourself. I can understand that some people may not be fans of Field Marshall Montgomery, but as a general officer he was no more or less inclined to wear his own style of clothing then many of the other senior Allied Officers.

Referring to him as a clown degrades not only a senior Allied Commander but a man who had a long career of military service to his country.

[peter simundson]

Well said Mr. Story.

Peter S