The WWII Russian M43 Gimnasterka Tunic is a carefully crafted reproduction of the iconic uniform worn by the Red Army during the later stages of the Great Patriotic War. Introduced in 1943 by order of Josef Stalin, this tunic was designed to evoke the powerful spirit of Russian military tradition, drawing inspiration from the Czarist-era Gimnasterka tunics worn during World War I.
Key Features
Material: Constructed from tightly woven khaki cotton for durability and comfort.
Made by Schuster, a top manufacturer of Russian military uniforms and reproductions.
Three green buttons down the front with additional buttons on the collar for a traditional look.
Gold Shoulder Board buttons with the hammer and sickle emblem, symbolizing the Soviet Union.
Description
The WWII Russian M43 Gimnasterka Tunic is a carefully crafted reproduction of the iconic uniform worn by the Red Army during the later stages of the Great Patriotic War. Introduced in 1943 by order of Josef Stalin, this tunic was designed to evoke the powerful spirit of Russian military tradition, drawing inspiration from the Czarist-era Gimnasterka tunics worn during World War I. Its historical significance, combined with the rugged and practical design, made it a symbol of the Soviet military resurgence in the face of foreign invasion.
The tunic features three green buttons down the front, leading up to a pair of buttons on the collar, a design that was both functional and distinctive. On each shoulder, there is a gold button designed to hold shoulder boards in place, and these buttons are adorned with the iconic Soviet hammer and sickle upon a star, further enhancing the tunic’s authenticity and symbolic value.
These tunics are available in a range of sizes. For your best fit, please use the sizing table below for guidance.
| Size | Chest | Your Height |
| 36 inch - Short | 35-36 inch | 5'7"" |
| 38 inch - Short | 37-38 inch | 5'7"" |
| 38 inch - Regular | 37-38 inch | 5'9"" |
| 40 inch - Short | 39-40 inch | 5'7"" |
| 40 inch - Regular | 39-40 inch | 5'9"" |
| 41 inch - Regular | 41-42 inch | 5'9"" |
| 41 inch - Long | 41-42 inch | 6'0"" |
| 42 inch - Regular | 42-43 inch | 5'9"" |
| 42 inch - Long | 42-43 inch | 6'0"" |
| 44 inch - Regular | 44 inch | 5'9"" |
| 44 inch - Long | 44 inch | 6'0"" |
| 46 inch - Regular | 45-46 inch | 5'9"" |
| 46 inch - Long | 45-46 inch | 6'0"" |
| 48 inch - Regular | 47-48 inch | 5'9"" |
| 48 inch - Long | 47-48 inch | 6'0"" |
| 50 inch - Long | 49-50 inch | 6'0"" |
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Submited by: John Sanderson
07 Aug 2023
