Uniform Greatcoat [Rail]

Object detail

Accession number

2013.379

Maker

New Zealand Rail

Production period

1960s

Description

Navy blue woven wool double layer greatcoat. Double-breasted, eight plastic buttons. Two patch pockets to the front, raglan sleeves, buttoned straps to cuffs. Self fabric belt, overlocked edges with rectangular chrome metal buckle.

Brief History

This type of coat was known as a "lammie" and was worn by New Zealand Railways' shunters (responsible for marshalling the trains). It was issued to staff working at night, for example, shunters and locomotive drivers.

Marks

JIM WILCOX / LOCO / WESTFIELD Hand-written

Media/Materials

Processed Material/Textile/Wool
Processed Material/Synthetic/Plastic

Collection

Textiles Collection

Credit Line

New Zealand Rail. Uniform Greatcoat [Rail], 2013.379. The Museum of Transport and Technology (MOTAT).

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Classification

Overcoat Greatcoat Personal Artefacts Clothing Outerwear

Production place

New Zealand

Collection type

Rail Transport

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