As mess dress is mostly for show and formal events

The coat takes inspiration from decades of army and air force design and keeps in keeping with a fully functional double breasted front which in harsh conditions can be buttoned right up to the neck

but this is mostly around the collar

some nice 2" belt loops and a zipper and button closure fly

Collar to Hem: 23

West German Army Field Grey Long Sleeve Field Shirt - Medium Headwear As mess dress is mostlyAt a glance Durable Wool & Cotton Blend Material 2 Button Chest Pockets & 1 Internal Adjustable Sleeve Cuffs Shoulder Epaulettes Armpit Vents Long Sleeve German Flag Sleeve Patches Solid Field Grey Colour Becoming Scarce Chest Size: 42" Suggested Size: Medium Slim Label states 90cm Sleeve Length: 24" Regular Label states height of 180 190cm Collar to Hem: 28" Vintage Militaria Dated 1975 Cold War Era Genuine West Germany Army Bundeswehr Surplus Grades