{"product_id":"1990s-royal-air-force-commando-sweater-navy-l","title":"1990s | Royal Air Force | Commando Sweater | Navy – L","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDescription:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"76\" data-end=\"630\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"76\" data-end=\"85\"\u003eItem:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"85\" data-end=\"88\"\u003eBritish Royal Air Force commando sweater in deep navy with reinforced shoulder panels and epaulettes. Produced in a durable 80% wool blend designed for warmth and long service wear. Classic military construction with ribbed knit body allowing the garment to stretch naturally while maintaining its structured silhouette. Because of this natural elasticity these sweaters are designed to stretch to the wearer, so we do not size them down in the way some vintage knitwear is sometimes sized. A clean example of the RAF-issued commando sweater.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"632\" data-end=\"648\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"632\" data-end=\"640\"\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"640\" data-end=\"643\"\u003e1990s\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"650\" data-end=\"678\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"650\" data-end=\"660\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"660\" data-end=\"663\"\u003eRoyal Air Force\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"680\" data-end=\"909\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"680\" data-end=\"694\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"694\" data-end=\"697\"\u003eVery good vintage condition. Knit remains strong with excellent structure and colour retention. Light signs of service wear consistent with age but no structural issues. Reinforced panels remain clean and intact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"911\" data-end=\"1456\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"911\" data-end=\"931\"\u003eProvenance Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"931\" data-end=\"934\"\u003eThe RAF commando sweater forms part of the broader family of British military ribbed sweaters developed for service personnel working in demanding conditions. The reinforced shoulders and ribbed construction were designed for durability and flexibility, allowing the garment to move with the wearer while maintaining warmth. RAF-issued examples carry the same functional design language that has made these sweaters enduring staples in military clothing and highly sought after for their understated utilitarian aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize on garment: 106cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur modern sizing estimate: L                                                                                                         \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShoulder to shoulder: 20\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePit to pit: 21\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInner sleeve to cuff: 20\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnder collar to lower back: 29\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition Notes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease be aware. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll our true vintage items come with a history, and minor signs of age, wear, or character should be expected. Any notable marks, damage, or repairs will always be clearly mentioned. This natural wear is part of what gives genuine vintage its individuality and authenticity. True vintage should not be confused with modern second-hand clothing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe photograph all garments using a professional, studio-grade imaging system designed to show colour, texture, and shape as accurately as possible. This setup was built specifically to give a true representation of each piece and avoid misleading presentation; however, we do not take photos of inside the garment. While we take great care in inspecting every piece, with true vintage it is always possible that a minor detail may be missed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSizing Notes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease compare these measurements to a similar item you already own, laid flat (rather than measuring your body). Start with pit-to-pit (chest), then check length. Vintage pieces can be cut boxier and shorter than modern equivalents, so the measurements listed are the best guide to fit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur modern sizing estimates are based on chest measurements using the following tee \/ shirt sizing scale:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e31–34″ = XXS\u003cbr\u003e35–36″ = XS\u003cbr\u003e37–38″ = S\u003cbr\u003e39–40″ = M\u003cbr\u003e41–42″ = L\u003cbr\u003e43–44″ = XL\u003cbr\u003e45–46″ = XXL\u003cbr\u003e47–48″ = 3XL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor jackets, knitwear, and padded outerwear, we grade one size down from the tee scale to allow for structure, lining, and bulk.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuying true vintage clothing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen buying true vintage clothing, you are buying a piece of clothing as an investment. We believe most of our true vintage items will hold or increase in value in years to come. We hope you will cherish your purchase.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReturns:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe are an independent micro business, and return postage costs are the responsibility of the buyer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor UK orders, you have\u003cspan class=\"apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e14 days from delivery to exercise your right to return\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a further\u003cspan class=\"apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e14 days to send the item back\u003c\/strong\u003e. For Europe and International orders, returns are accepted within\u003cspan class=\"apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e30 days of delivery\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease see our returns policy page for full details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"RAR","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57922524316029,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0165\/3172\/files\/100326_99.jpg?v=1773321292","url":"https:\/\/dogandbonevintage.com\/products\/1990s-royal-air-force-commando-sweater-navy-l","provider":"Dog \u0026 Bone Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}