WW2 US USN Navy Officer’s Service Dress Jacket Size 42

This is a World War II-era U.S. Navy Officer’s Service Dress Jacket, designated for naval personnel holding officer rank. The jacket is a size 42 and reflects the standard issue design adopted by the United States Navy during the Second World War. Constructed from dark navy blue wool, the garment features notched lapels, a double-breasted front with gilt buttons bearing the naval insignia, and two lower flap pockets. Shoulder boards or sleeve insignia would have been attached to indicate specific rank, though these are not present on this example. The interior is partially lined and includes an inner pocket typical for jackets of this period. This uniform piece was worn for formal and semi-formal duties, both aboard ships and at shore establishments. Its design followed regulations intended to promote uniformity and ease of identification among naval officers during the 1940s. This jacket provides a representative example of U.S. Navy officer attire from the World War II period.