2ndInf.Div. Posted July 17, 2013 Share #1 Posted July 17, 2013 I have an original 1941 dated service coat with a small moth nip on the collar. I'm wanting to patch this up as a relative's WWII uniform and wear it to Honor Flight receptions and USO dances at reenactments. Any tips on how to go about fixing this? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peace Posted July 18, 2013 Share #2 Posted July 18, 2013 Hi there, there is a technique sometimes used on german uniforms, where you 'shave' some of the jacket, in an inconspicuous spot, to harvest some original fibers. With some light glue (fabric glue?), very lightly applied, use these shavings to fill in the moth nip. This should at least make it less obvious. Regards, Stijn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KTRIP Posted July 19, 2013 Share #3 Posted July 19, 2013 I have repaired many wool items by just using a stich or two to close the hole. If you can find some matching thread it is barley noticeable. Just make sure you tie the knots on the inside and it should be fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2ndInf.Div. Posted July 19, 2013 Author Share #4 Posted July 19, 2013 Thanks for the help guys. I'll try to stitch it closed and see how that works out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
36-tex Posted July 21, 2013 Share #5 Posted July 21, 2013 I have done the "shave" method on Ike Jackets and it does work. I think I even tried it on a visor hat and it worked as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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