National Registration Identity Card (1939–1952) - Adult's Reproduction
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Military Clothing Size Guide (Click to Expand)
Military clothing sizes are listed as Height / Chest (for jackets and smocks) or Height / Waist (for trousers).
Example: 180/96 fits someone around 5'11" tall with a 38" chest.
| NATO Size (Label) | Approx Height | Chest / Waist (in) | Generic Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| 160 / 88 | 5'3"–5'5" | 34–35" | Small (S) |
| 170 / 88 | 5'7"–5'9" | 34–35" | Small (S) |
| 170 / 96 | 5'7"–5'9" | 37–38" | Medium (M) |
| 180 / 96 | 5'10"–5'11" | 37–38" | Medium (M) |
| 180 / 104 | 5'10"–5'11" | 40–41" | Large (L) |
| 190 / 96 | 6'2" | 37–38" | Medium (M) Tall |
| 190 / 104 | 6'2" | 40–41" | Large (L) Tall |
| 180 / 112 | 5'11" | 43–44" | X-Large (XL) |
| 190 / 112 | 6'2" | 43–44" | X-Large (XL) Tall |
| 200 / 120 | 6'4"+ | 46–48" | 2X-Large (2XL) |
⚙️ Sizing Tips
- The first number is your height in cm.
- The second number is your chest or waist in cm.
- Military gear is usually cut roomy for layering and movement.
- If you’re between sizes, go down for a closer fit or up for layering.
- Example: 5'11" tall with 40" chest → 180/104 (Large).
National Registration Identity Card (1939–1952) - Adult's Reproduction
This genuine military surplus style reproduction is a faithful replica of the "National Registration Identity Card" issued to every adult in Great Britain following the National Registration Act of 1939. Introduced just weeks after the outbreak of the Second World War, this document was a mandatory requirement for all civilians. It serves as a factual, bureaucratic record of the state’s control over the population for the purposes of rationing, national service, and security.
Product Specifications & Features
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Authentic Buff/Brown Card: Features the standard "buff" coloured cardstock used for the general adult population (distinct from the blue cards issued to children).
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Period-Correct Typography: Faithfully reproduces the official fonts, Royal Coat of Arms, and the stern instructional text regarding the legal requirement to carry the card at all times.
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Blank Interior for Personalisation: Includes the original fields for Name, Address, and Identity Number, allowing for realistic "enrolment" in a living history setting.
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Service-Issue Quality: Printed on durable, era-appropriate cardstock that replicates the texture of 1940s government stationery.
Key Historical Sections
This card provides a primary-source look at the administrative reality of the Home Front:
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The Identity Number: Features the grid for the four-letter/number code that was used to track individuals for their food rations and war work.
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Police Inspection Clause: Includes the famous instruction that the card must be produced on demand by a Police Officer in uniform or a member of HM Armed Forces.
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Change of Address: Preserves the specific sections for recording movements, reflecting the government's need to track the population during the Blitz and evacuations.
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The "Utility" Mark: Reflects the minimalist, functional design of all wartime "Essential" documents.
Realistic Use Cases
In line with our army surplus UK standards for functional historical resources, this ID card is intended for:
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Historical Reenactment: An essential, "must-have" pocket filler for any civilian or off-duty military impression from 1939 to 1952.
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Educational Instruction: A tactile tool for schools and museums to demonstrate the loss of privacy and increase in state control during total war.
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Living History Displays: Ideal for set dressing in "Identity Check" scenarios, ARP posts, or ration office exhibits.
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Theatrical & Film Props: Period-correct documentation for characters moving through wartime or immediate post-war Britain.
Condition Note: This is a high-quality modern reproduction. It is designed for active handling and personalisation, offering a realistic look and feel where an original 80-year-old ID card would be too fragile or already contain someone else's personal history.
Domestic Shipping
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We also offer an express shipping service which ensures your delivery is prioritised for delivery as quick as possible and usually delivered the next working day.
We do offer Saturday delivery and timed delivery but prices are on application.
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Rest of the World, we have availability with all the major carriers and each is nominated dependant on the best service for the receivers destination.
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