The USN Deck Jacket: From the US Navy to
Hijack
Season 2
Some military garments never really go out of style. The US Navy Deck Jacket is one of them.
Originally designed for sailors working on exposed decks in cold and demanding conditions, the N-1 Deck Jacket was built around a simple purpose: keeping the wearer warm, protected and able to work.
Decades later, its distinctive military styling has made the Deck Jacket a classic far beyond its original purpose.
And now, the USN Deck Jacket has made another appearance on screen — featuring in Season 2 of Apple TV+’s Hijack.
Seen in
Hijack
Season 2
If you’ve been watching Hijack 2, you may have spotted the distinctive tan USN Deck Jacket.
The second season of Hijack, starring Idris Elba as Sam Nelson, moves the action from the skies to the underground as a Berlin train and its passengers become caught up in a high-stakes hostage situation.
Released on Apple TV+ in 2026, the series once again combines fast-paced drama with a distinctive visual style.
Among the clothing featured in the series is the classic tan USN Deck Jacket — a piece that looks just as natural in a modern European setting as it once did on the decks of American naval vessels.
It’s a perfect example of how practical military clothing can become timeless everyday wear.
The History of the US Navy Deck Jacket
The Deck Jacket was developed for sailors working in some of the coldest and most exposed areas of a ship.
The N-1 style became particularly well known during the 1940s, when the US Navy needed practical cold-weather clothing capable of dealing with freezing temperatures, strong winds and wet conditions at sea.
The original jackets were designed as working clothing rather than parade or ceremonial uniforms. Their construction was focused on protection, warmth and durability.
The familiar tan or khaki colour became one of the defining characteristics of the early N-1 Deck Jacket, while later versions were produced in darker shades, including navy and olive.
The design was simple, functional and deliberately rugged.
A substantial outer fabric provided durability, while the insulated interior helped protect sailors from the cold. A high collar, storm cuffs and practical pockets were all designed with the realities of working at sea in mind.
Everything had a purpose.
Why the Deck Jacket Became a Classic
The appeal of the Deck Jacket has never been limited to the military.
Its simple shape, heavy-duty construction and unmistakable US Navy character have made it popular with military collectors, vintage clothing enthusiasts, workwear fans and anyone looking for a genuinely rugged winter jacket.
Like the field jacket, flight jacket and military pea coat, the Deck Jacket eventually crossed over from military service into civilian clothing.
Its functional origins became part of its appeal.
There is no unnecessary decoration. No complicated styling.
Just a tough jacket designed to do a job.
That straightforward approach is perhaps why the N-1 remains recognisable more than 80 years after the original wartime examples appeared.
The USN Deck Jacket Today
The modern N-1 Deck Jacket remains remarkably faithful to the basic idea behind the original.
It is a substantial winter jacket with a strong military character, but it is equally at home as everyday clothing.
Wear it with jeans and boots for a classic workwear look, layer it over a sweatshirt for colder days, or simply throw it on when you want a jacket that offers more warmth and protection than a lightweight everyday coat.
Its appeal is not dependent on fashion.
The N-1 has already proved that it can last.
The Tan USN Deck Jacket Seen in
Hijack 2
The tan USN Type N1 Deck Jacket featured in Hijack Season 2 has attracted particular attention since appearing in the series.
Our tan version is currently sold out, but if you’ve discovered the N-1 Deck Jacket through Hijack, there are still several options available from Silvermans.
We stock three other versions, each offering a different interpretation of this iconic US Navy design.
S46 USN Deck Jacket
The S46 USN Deck Jacket is a straightforward and rugged interpretation of the classic N-1 style.
It offers the unmistakable look of the US Navy Deck Jacket while keeping the design practical and wearable as an everyday winter jacket.
For anyone looking to get the N-1 look without moving into the higher-priced reproduction market, the S46 provides an accessible option.
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Mil-Tec N1 Deck Jacket
The Mil-Tec N1 Deck Jacket offers another take on the classic US Navy design and is available in Olive and Navy.
With its cotton outer, warm lining, metal front zip, slash pockets, USN chest print and elasticated cuffs, it retains many of the distinctive features that make the N-1 instantly recognisable.
The darker colours also give it a slightly different character from the traditional tan version seen in Hijack.
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Pike Brothers 1943 N1 Deck Jacket
For those looking for a more historically detailed reproduction, the Pike Brothers 1943 N1 Deck Jacket takes the design considerably further.
Based on the 1943 pattern issued to US Navy personnel during the Second World War, the jacket features a heavyweight cotton “Jungle Cloth” outer, substantial wool lining, a vintage-style Talon zipper, period-style labels and 1940s-style knitted wind cuffs.
The attention to detail is aimed at recreating the character and construction of the original wartime N-1.
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Three Deck Jackets. One Legendary Design.
Whether you first discovered the N-1 Deck Jacket through the history of the US Navy, vintage military clothing, classic workwear or Hijack Season 2, the appeal of the design remains the same.
It was created as practical clothing for sailors working in difficult conditions — and that original purpose is still visible in the design today.
At Silvermans, we offer a selection of N-1 Deck Jackets at different price points and with different approaches to the original design.
From the S46 USN Deck Jacket and Mil-Tec N1 to the highly detailed Pike Brothers 1943 N1, there is an option for those discovering the style for the first time as well as collectors looking for a more historically focused reproduction.
The exact tan jacket seen in Hijack 2 may currently be sold out, but the story of the N-1 Deck Jacket continues.
A military classic, originally built for the US Navy — and still built to be worn today.
Explore the USN Deck Jacket range at Silvermans
S46 USN Deck Jacket →
Mil-Tec N1 Deck Jacket →
Pike Brothers 1943 N1 Deck Jacket →
