WH Tropical Motorcyclist's Protective Coat

Wehrmacht (Heer) DAK Motorcyclist's Protective Coat (Afrikakorps Kradmantel für Tropen). Motorcyclist's/Dispatch riders were outfitted with special protective clothing that included the motorcyclist's protective coat or called 'Kradmantel'. In late 1940, with the impending German entrance into the North African campaign, tropical uniforms and equipment were quickly developed and issued in time for DAK personnel's arrival in Tripoli in February 1941, this included a Tropical Motorcyclist's Protective Coat. Originally the tropical uniforms were only intended for wear in North Africa but that was later expanded to include personnel serving in southern areas of continental Europe during the summer months. The coat is constructed from khaki/olive cotton, it has a single metal hook and eye at the neckline. The coat is faintly maker marked, size marked and looks to be dated 1943. The greatcoat is in used condition showing some traces of usage, see photos. Nice original tropical 'Kradmantel' in used and worn condition!