Royal Canadian Ordnance Corps RCOC Warrant Officer Patrol Jacket Named Dated 1961

The Royal Canadian Ordnance Corps (RCOC) Warrant Officer Patrol Jacket offered here is an original example dated 1961. This jacket, issued to a Warrant Officer, features the distinct attributes associated with RCOC uniforms during the early 1960s. Constructed from regulation dark blue wool, it is tailored in the patrol style, which was commonly worn for ceremonial and semi-formal occasions. The garment includes RCOC insignia, distinguishing the corps affiliation, and bears the original owner’s name, providing a direct link to its historical context. The date of 1961 is present on the internal markings, confirming its period of issuance. Standard features such as silver-toned buttons and badges are consistent with Canadian military specifications for warrant officer ranks during this era. This patrol jacket represents a specific aspect of Canada’s military uniform evolution in the postwar period and holds relevance for collectors and researchers specializing in Cold War-era Canadian military dress.