Vintage Wallace Berry Thermal Top— White
This military-issued, cold-weather, thermal version of the Henley shirt is made from a 50% cotton / 50% wool blend. It has full-length sleeves and a two-button neck. It is designed to be worn in temperatures between 14°F - 68°F. The US Military GI Henley is manufactured to the part number MIL-U-43262.
These thermals are unissued and brand new. However, the material is a natural wool and cotton blend, and there may be discolorations.
- Genuine US Military Issue
- These are Vintage from the 80's
- Wool Cotton Blend
- Long Sleeve and collar-less neck
- 2 button “Henley” front
Military P/N: MIL-U-43262
The Henley is a collarless pullover t-shirt with a buttoned neck. This allows you more freedom in adjusting how tight the neck is.
History of the Henley
The well-known actor Wallace Beery was the most famous early wearer of the soon-to-be popular Henley undershirt. He wore the Henley undershirt in so many movies that they named it after him. The Henley became popular after GIs returned from Vietnam with the military-issued undershirt. The new adopters, having spent their early years hearing their parents call it the “Wallace Beery Shirt,” continued with that name for a while. Eventually, it reverted to just being called a Henley, but for those in the know, it will always be a Wallace Beery shirt.