PRODUCT DETAILS
We've mixed our popular kids Maverick Flight Jacket with our Kids N-3B Parka to get this new parka. The flight nylon shell features the same patches as seen on the kids' flight jacket for an adorable look. This Kids N-3B has a snorkel hood that is lined with faux mouton and trimmed with removable faux fur. It also features Alpha's signature zippered utility/pencil pocket.
BENEFITS:
- Water Resistant
FEATURES:
- Snorkel hood
- Removable faux fur around hood
- Faux mouton lined hood
- Buckled hood adjuster
- Channel quilted lining
- Storm flap
- MA-1 utility pocket on sleeve
- Sleeve shirring
- Military inspired patches on chest and sleeves
- Two exterior handwarmer pockets
- Two lower flap pockets
- One interior patch pocket
- Ottoman knit cuffs
PRODUCT SPECS:
- FIT: Standard
- LENGTH: Thigh
RECOMMENDED WEATHER:
- Extreme Cold Weather
FABRIC:
- SHELL: 100% Flight Nylon
- LINING: 100% Nylon
- FILL: 100% Polyester
RECOMMENDED CARE INSTRUCTIONS:
- Dry clean only. Remove faux fur trim before dry cleaning.
PRODUCT HISTORY
The first N-3B jackets were produced in the mid 1950s for USAF air crews who were assigned to transport troops in extremely cold climates. The parkas were originally made with a nylon outer shell and lining and a wool interlining. The interlining was changed to polyester batting in the 1970s. The long, sage green jackets became known as the “Snorkel Parka” because the fur-trimmed hood could be zipped right up leaving only a small tunnel for the wearer to look out of