1930s suit (?) low starting price (£1)

[Two Types]

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/GENUINE-VINTAGE-1930s-HANDTAILORED-LINDY-HOP-SWING-SUIT-36-37-/120983871746?pt=UK_Men_s_Vintage_Clothing&hash=item1c2b336102

I think this has been listed once before (with a much higher starting price?) but didn't sell.

The vendor claims 1930s. I don't know enough about union tags to tell if this is a thirties one:

The same venor is also selling this 1947 DB suit. It's a lovely fabric:

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/GENUINE-VINTAGE-1947-DATED-CUSTOM-TAILORED-PINSTRIPE-SUIT-36-/120983872816?pt=UK_Men_s_Vintage_Clothing&hash=item1c2b336530

 

[Guttersnipe]

The three-button suit is more likely from the 40s. Note the 1939 copyright date on the union tag. The lapel shape is also very indicative of mid 40s American suits too.

 

[dhermann1]

I strongly suspect the 3 button suit would have been worn with only the middle button buttoned.

 

[Guttersnipe]

With that button stance and the shape of those lapels, that was probably not intended to be a "three-into-two," or "three-on-one," if you like.

Check this Apparel Arts illustration of the style: