Presently coats are made from 22–32 oz (620–910 g) wool. While pea coats are offered in many colors by retailers, the US Navy-issue pea coat is dark blue.

What does a navy pea coat look like?

The pea coat is described as a woolen coat that is hip length and features a double-breasted style with a tall collar and wide lapels. It also features large buttons at the front of the coat as well as slash pockets. Over the years, not much has changed with the pea coat.

Is navy blue and dark blue the same?

Navy blue got its name from the dark blue (contrasted with white) worn by sailors in the Royal Navy since 1748 and subsequently adopted by other navies around the world.

Who makes the best navy peacoat?

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Is navy blue and midnight blue the same?

While they are both dark shades of blue, midnight blue is not the same as navy blue. Midnight blue is darker than navy blue and is generally considered to be the deepest shade of blue, one so dark that it might be mistaken for black.