Crafted from 10 oz. loopwheel-knit cotton, this military print sweatshirt combines vintage aesthetics with modern comfort. Featuring a brushed loopback French terry interior, it offers warmth and softness. The uniquely textured fabric is meticulously produced on vintage Tsuriami-ki machines in Japan, enhancing its one-of-a-kind quality. Embellished with hand-applied rubber prints honoring the 8TH BEACH BN., this sweatshirt pays tribute to a vital WWII naval unit while ensuring a stylish and relaxed fit for everyday wear.
From the brand: The MILITARY PRINT SWEATSHIRT / 8TH BEACH BN. is made from 10 oz. loopwheel-knitted cotton, featuring a brushed loopback French terry interior for added warmth and softness. Produced on vintage Tsuriami-ki machines in Wakayama, Japan, the fabric is created at an exceptionally slow pace—only one meter per hour—resulting in a uniquely stretchy, hand-woven texture and washed appearance reminiscent of vintage American sweatshirts. The 8TH BEACH BN. rubber print, on the front and back of the sweatshirt, has been hand-applied at our Kobe headquarters.
The 8th Naval Beach Battalion was a specialized U.S. Navy unit formed to manage the complex logistics of amphibious warfare during World War II. Their primary role was to oversee the flow of troops, vehicles, and supplies during beach landings, ensuring operations remained organized under chaotic conditions. In August 1944, the battalion was deployed during Operation Dragoon, the Allied invasion of southern France, where they landed at Saint-Raphaël and managed multiple beach sectors. Their duties included directing beach traffic, coordinating equipment offloading, and providing medical and logistical support. The battalion’s efficiency played a critical role in the success of the operation and exemplified the importance of naval coordination in amphibious assaults.
100% Cotton Fabric, 10 oz. (Loop-Wheel Knit Fabric)
Cotton Sewing Thread Construction
Print on Left Chest and Back
Made in Japan
