1950’s Monarch long half belt

[John A Koehler]

50’s era Monarch half belt in near mint condition. I’ve owned this jacket for a little while, and decided it’s not quite me. The horse hide has zero blemishes, looks as if it was rarely worn. The dark green quilted lining has no rips or fraying, there is a small seam opening at the sleeve to body seam, which would be an easy repair. I had David Sheeley lengthen the sleeves to 26”. David did a wonderful job by using the available leather that was folded into the cuff. The original lining was sewn to the new hem line. No extra material was needed, and can be reversed. The Talon zipper looks to be tarnished a bit, but works well.

I’m 6’2” 195lbs, with a somewhat athletic build. Measurements are provided in pictures.
Shoulder to shoulder 20”
Pit to pit 24”
Sleeve to cuff 26”
These old Monarchs are really wonderfully made with all French seams, and thick soft hides. This one’s a bit of a time capsule that shows the workmanship of that era well. I’m asking $550 shipped the the lower 48. Please ask any further questions.

 

[John A Koehler]

More pictures

 

[ton312]

I have this jacket, with handwarmers, that I had Dena shorten. They are incredible jackets. The most luxurious leather I think I’ve ever handled. Thick, soft. Just beautiful stuff. Do I need two? I might.

 

[John A Koehler]

Entertaining offers.

 

[John A Koehler]

Lowered $400 shipped.

 

[jonesy86]

Looks to be a warm jacket, but it would fit me. Hmmmm.

 

[jonesy86]

Ok, I’ll take it if you ship to Hawai’i. It shouldn’t be much in a USPS flat rate box, Priority Mail.

 

[Marc mndt]

50’s era Monarch half belt in near mint condition. I’ve owned this jacket for a little while, and decided it’s not quite me. The horse hide has zero blemishes, looks as if it was rarely worn. The dark green quilted lining has no rips or fraying, there is a small seam opening at the sleeve to body seam, which would be an easy repair. I had David Sheeley lengthen the sleeves to 26”. David did a wonderful job by using the available leather that was folded into the cuff. The original lining was sewn to the new hem line. No extra material was needed, and can be reversed. The Talon zipper looks to be tarnished a bit, but works well. View attachment 362811 View attachment 362812 I’m 6’2” 195lbs, with a somewhat athletic build. Measurements are provided in pictures.
Shoulder to shoulder 20”
Pit to pit 24”
Sleeve to cuff 26”
These old Monarchs are really wonderfully made with all French seams, and thick soft hides. This one’s a bit of a time capsule that shows the workmanship of that era well. I’m asking $550 shipped the the lower 48. Please ask any further questions.

Beautiful jacket. Congrats @jonesy86
@John A Koehler looks like it features a 'one piece collar '?

 

[John A Koehler]

Sold. Thanks Jonesy, I think you’re going to love this jacket.

 

[jonesy86]

Beautiful jacket. Congrats @jonesy86
@John A Koehler looks like it features a 'one piece collar '?
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Here is a shot of the one piece collar.

The jacket is mostly all French seams.

 

[jonesy86]

Sold. Thanks Jonesy, I think you’re going to love this jacket.

Your'e right, I love this jacket!

 

[Marc mndt]

Here is a shot of the one piece collar.

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The jacket is mostly all French seams.

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Dang that's a fine jacket. Cream of the crop in terms of construction quality.

 

[jonbuilder]

Your'e right, I love this jacket!

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You did well Jonesy, Good fit looks like a special jacket