1990s Navy Worker's Jacket | Workrite US Men's XL

Size: US Men's XL

Age: 1990s

Measurements: Model is 5’10”, 37” Chest, Wears US Men’s Size M or L

Damages/flaws: Stains on arm and pit

The Manufacturer

Workrite Uniform Company specializes in producing high-quality flame-resistant (FR) workwear. Established in 1973, Workrite is known for its innovation in safety clothing, particularly for industries where fire hazards are prevalent. The company focuses on providing durable, functional, and comfortable garments designed to protect workers in hazardous environments.

The Piece

The Workrite Heavy Jacket in navy black with an ACR (Arc Rating) of 12.4 is designed for industrial use, offering substantial protection against electrical arc flash hazards. This jacket is constructed from Westex UltraSoft fabric, a material known for its flame-resistant properties and comfort. The "12.4" rating indicates the jacket’s ability to withstand significant arc flash energy, enhancing worker safety.

The Style

This jacket’s style reflects modern industrial safety gear trends. The use of dark colors like navy black is common in workwear for its practicality and ability to hide stains. The style prioritizes functionality and protection over fashion, aligning with the safety requirements of industries such as utilities and manufacturing. The Westex UltraSoft fabric is designed to be lightweight and comfortable while maintaining high levels of protection.

The Features

• Colorway: Navy black.
• Arc Rating: 12.4 cal/cm², indicating high protection against arc flash.
• Fabric: Westex UltraSoft, known for flame resistance and comfort.
• Design: Heavy-duty construction suitable for industrial environments.

What Makes it Vintage?

• Made in Mexico

Made in Mexico, unlike Made in China, has a better chance to be vintage—this piece is proof. Mexico-made clothes came before the surge of cheap textile production, “fast-fashion” of the last twenty years. Essentially, Mexico was the earliest American textile-importer starting as early as the 1950s and peaking in the mid 1990s to early 2000s.

• RN#

The RN# on the tag can be used to identify the manufacturing company and even to approximate the date the clothes were made. As a rule of thumb, RN numbers of 6+ digits are from the ’80s or later, while RN numbers of 5 digits are from the ’60s and ’70s. (Credit to Sammydvintage.com) Try it out online!

Each of our vintage pieces comes with a handwritten, customized, and strung card-stock tag of the piece's background and vintage appeal.

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