Reserved for more prestigious assignments

some signs of general prior wear

Issued for decades with the original inspiration relying heavily on the early Soviet models

but it is certainly ready for much more use

British RAF No. 5 Mess Dress Jacket - Medium Combat Reserved for more prestigious assignmentsAt a glance 100% Wool Body Single Button Closure Engraved "Staybrite" Buttons No. 5 Mess Dress Flight Lieutenant's Rank Cuff Laurels Fully Sateen Lined Elegant Royal Air Force Grey Blue Colour Excellent Tailoring Pit to Pit: 20" Suggested Size Medium Slim Sleeve Length: 23. 5" Short Collar to Hem: 20" Vintage Militaria Issued 1990's Genuine British Royal Air Force RAF Surplus Grades Grade 2 Original Condition In decent shape but has some signs of use