Sterlingwear of Boston Pea Coats

Sterlingwear of Boston is one of the premier pea coat makers in the country and at least one of the government contractors who makes pea coats for the Navy. Barre Army Navy Store carries 4 models of Sterling wear Coats in bot women's and men's models. What are the differences?

The M21 and M22 are 80% wool / 20% nylon.

The M23 and M24 are 100% wool.

The M22 and M23 have heavy quilted linings.

The M21 has a half satin yoke and the M24 has a full satin lining.

The M21 and M24 have a vent in the back.

The M22 and M23 are fixed in the back.

Please note women's models are just denoted with a W at the end ie M21W.

All the sizes on Sterlingwear Pea Coats run small for us folks not on the Navy's PT program. for people who are you and fit you can go with your normal size or up one size if you want to put layers underneath. If you are  bigger in the chest or stomach the fudge factor is 1-2 sizes up. Here are links to the Sterlingwear Men's Pea Coat Charts and Women's Pea Coat Size Charts.

Here are all the Sterlingwear Pea Coat Models:

Sterlingwear Pea Coats 80 Wool/ 20% Nylon Authentic Wool Pea coat -- $129.99 -- Sterlingwear Authentic Wool Pea coat (Women's) The AUTHENTIC is for the customer with discriminating taste, looking for the most accurate reproduction of the U.S. Navy Peacoat. U.S. Government Specification Style Peacoat. Traditional U.S. Navy model. Double-breasted overcoat. 24oz. 80% Wool 20% Nylon Melton shell. Full fleece lining with satin yoke and sleeves. Chest darts. Convertible collar. Framed slash pockets. Inside breast pocket. Shoulder epaulets. Vented back with parallel tack. Anchor design buttons. PLEASE NOTE:For Women's sizes, we recommend going up 1-2 sizes for a comfortable fit! **Also please note dark navy color appears black.** **These items are from a US government contractor. If not in stock, some items have to be made and can take up to 3 to 4 weeks to get in. Actual ship date may not be for 3-5 weeks. These are great coats and worth the wait time, but if you want a coat just as nice, that is in stock, please see the related items at the bottom of this page. Buy Now
Military Pea coat -- $129.99 -- Sterlingwear Military Peacoat: Classic (Men's) The CLASSIC is for the customer with traditional tastes and a flair for fashion. Incorporating the best of both worlds, the Classic offers a unique coat that provides both fashion and function. Classic U.S. Navy Peacoat styling. Double-breasted overcoat. Eight button front. 32oz. 80% Wool 20% Nylon Melton shell. Full quilted lining. Lap seams. Stand up collar. Welt pockets. Inside breast pocket. One piece back. Anchor design buttons. PLEASE NOTE: Sterlingwear Classic Pea Coats are extremely fitted. For Men's sizes, we recommend going up 1-2 sizes for a comfortable fit! **Also please note dark navy color appears black.** **These items are from a US government contractor. If not in stock, some items have to be made and can take up to 3 to 4 weeks to get in. Actual ship date may not be for 3-5 weeks. These are great coats and worth the wait time, but if you want a coat just as nice, that is in stock, please see the related items at the bottom of this page. Buy Now
Navy Pea coat -- $119.99 -- #M22W: The Classic Navy Pea Coat for Women Classic U.S. Navy Peacoat styling. Double-breasted overcoat. 32oz. 80% Wool 20% Nylon Melton shell. Full quilted lining. Eight button front. Lap seams. Stand up collar. Welt pockets. Inside breast pocket. Anchor design buttons. PLEASE NOTE: Sterlingwear Classic Pea Coats are extremely fitted. For Women's sizes, we recommend going up 1-2 sizes for a comfortable fit! **Also please note dark navy color appears black.** **These items are from a US government contractor. If not in stock, some items have to be made and can take up to 3 to 4 weeks to get in. Actual ship date may not be for 3-5 weeks. These are great coats and worth the wait time, but if you want a coat just as nice, that is in stock, please see the related items at the bottom of this page. Buy Now
Sterlingwear Authentic Pea coat -- $139.99 -- Sterlingwear Authentic Pea coat (Men's) The AUTHENTIC is for the customer with discriminating taste, looking for the most accurate reproduction of the U.S. Navy Peacoat U.S. Government Specification Style Peacoat. Traditional U.S. Navy model. Double-breasted overcoat. 24oz. 80% Wool 20% Nylon Melton shell. Full fleece lining with satin yoke and sleeves. Convertible collar. Framed slash pockets. Inside breast pocket. Vented back with parallel tack. Anchor design buttons. PLEASE NOTE: Sterlingwear Authentic Pea Coats are extremely fitted. For Men's sizes, we recommend going up 1-2 sizes for a comfortable fit! **Also please note dark navy color appears black.** **These items are from a US government contractor. If not in stock, some items have to be made and can take up to 3 to 4 weeks to get in. Actual ship date may not be for 3-5 weeks. These are great coats and worth the wait time, but if you want a coat just as nice, that is in stock, please see the related items at the bottom of this page. Buy Now
 Sterlingwear Pea Coats 100% Wool Mariner Navy Pea coat -- $139.99 -- Swarthy seamen and savvy business people alike will feel comfortable wearing this coat. A stylized version of the U.S. Navy Peacoat, the Mariner combines the traditional U.S. Navy Peacoat with just the right amount of fashion. The eight button front, welt pockets and stand up collar provide the fashion, while the full quilted lining and 100% Virgin Wool Melton provide the function. Fashion and function combined are what make the Mariner at home on either land or sea, be ye a sailor or stockbroker. PLEASE NOTE: Sterlingwear Classic Pea Coats are extremely fitted. For Men's sizes, we recommend going up 1-2 sizes for a comfortable fit! **Also please note dark navy color appears black.** **These items are from a US government contractor. If not in stock, some items have to be made and can take up to 3 to 4 weeks to get in. Actual ship date may not be for 3-5 weeks. These are great coats and worth the wait time, but if you want a coat just as nice, that is in stock, please see the related items at the bottom of this page. Buy Now
Navigator Navy Pea Coat -- $149.99 -- Navigator Navy Pea Coat PEACOAT...a cold weather version of the first uniform authorized...the Pea-jacket was a warm, heavy coat made from "pea" cloth or "pilot" cloth. Also known as a Pilot's coat possibly deriving it's name from the term "pilot" or ships' navigator. Whatever you call it, the Peacoat is renowned for its warmth and style. In keeping with that tradition, the NAVIGATOR is cut from the same patterns we use in the production of the official U.S. Navy-issue coat and is made to the same exacting standards required by the U.S. Government. For the Navigator we chose a full satin lining to lend a hint of luxury to an already steadfast symbol of American quality and style. The Navigator will provide both warmth and uncompromising good looks for years to come. U.S. Government Specification Style Peacoat. Traditional U.S. Navy model. Double-breasted overcoat. 24oz. 100% Virgin Wool Melton shell. Full satin lining, yoke and sleeves. Convertible collar. Framed slash pockets. Inside breast pocket. Vented back with parallel tack. Anchor design buttons. PLEASE NOTE: Sterlingwear Authentic Pea Coats are extremely fitted. For Men's sizes, we recommend going up 1-2 sizes for a comfortable fit! **Also please note dark navy color appears black.** **These items are from a US government contractor. If not in stock, some items have to be made and can take up to 3 to 4 weeks to get in. Actual ship date may not be for 3-5 weeks. These are great coats and worth the wait time, but if you want a coat just as nice, that is in stock, please see the related items at the bottom of this page. Buy Now
Women's Mariner Pea Coat -- $129.99 -- Women's Mariner Pea Coat Swarthy seamen and savvy business people alike will feel comfortable wearing this coat. A stylized version of the U.S. Navy Peacoat, the Mariner combines the traditional U.S. Navy Peacoat with just the right amount of fashion. The eight button front, welt pockets and stand up collar provide the fashion, while the full quilted lining and 100% Virgin Wool Melton provide the function. Fashion and function combined are what make the Mariner at home on either land or sea, be ye a sailor or stockbroker. For Women's sizes, we recommend going up 1-2 sizes for a comfortable fit! **Also please note dark navy color appears black.** **These items are from a US government contractor. If not in stock, some items have to be made and can take up to 3 to 4 weeks to get in. Actual ship date may not be for 3-5 weeks. These are great coats and worth the wait time, but if you want a coat just as nice, that is in stock, please see the related items at the bottom of this page. Buy Now
Women's Navigator Pea Coat -- $139.99 -- Women's Navigator Pea Coat PEACOAT...a cold weather version of the first uniform authorized...the Pea-jacket was a warm, heavy coat made from "pea" cloth or "pilot" cloth. Also known as a Pilot's coat possibly deriving it's name from the term "pilot" or ships' navigator. Whatever you call it, the Peacoat is renowned for its warmth and style. In keeping with that tradition, the NAVIGATOR is cut from the same patterns we use in the production of the official U.S. Navy issue coat and is made to the same exacting standards required by the U.S. Government. For the Navigator we chose a full satin lining to lend a hint of luxury to an already steadfast symbol of American quality and style. The Navigator will provide both warmth and uncompromising good looks for years to come. For Women's sizes, we recommend going up 1-2 sizes for a comfortable fit! **Also please note dark navy color appears black.** **These items are from a US government contractor. If not in stock, some items have to be made and can take up to 3 to 4 weeks to get in. Actual ship date may not be for 3-5 weeks. These are great coats and worth the wait time, but if you want a coat just as nice, that is in stock, please see the related items at the bottom of this page. Buy Now
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