Unusual Gendarm Summer Tunic

[W.Unland]

Hello,

Presented here is an unusual gendarmerie summer tunic in the police "speckled" orange/green cotton fabric.

It is unusual in that it has had a brown collar and orange brange piping added over the standard same fabric collar.

Oviously the owner wanted to present an appearance more similar to the standard service uniform than a field blouse.

These tunics were authorized for all branches of the police, and were not limited to those serving in militarized roles.

This particular tunic was undoubtedly used by a civil policeman who wished to maintain a good appearance.

Edited June 3, 2007 by W.Unland

[W.Unland]

The sleeve eagle is of a known acceptable pattern on the same speckled material.

Edited June 3, 2007 by W.Unland

[W.Unland]

It is original to the tunic as shown by the lack of additional sewing holes in the fabric.

[W.Unland]

Here is a close up of the added collar.

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A photo of the interior.

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All of the buttons are removable and secured with "s" pins.

Edited June 3, 2007 by W.Unland

[W.Unland]

Lastly a photo of the back, showing the typical police construction similar to a traditional "waffenrock".

Thanks for taking a look.

Regards,

William Unland

[Paul R]

This is a beautiful tunic. I really like the fabric. It is very unusual!