Leather & Suede jackets. Suede Harrington; 1960s Suede Collegiate jacket; Leather Field Jacket

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I have three lovely leather and suede jackets to pass on today--a suede Harrington jacket with tartan lining by Britches of Georgetown, a vintage suede collegiate jacket, and a lovely Made in Canada leather Field Coat!

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1) Britches of Georgetown Suede Harrington Jacket.

Founded in Georgetown in 1967, Britches quickly established itself as a store that offered extremely well-made traditional clothing... but often with a slight twist, to appeal to a younger crown who, while steeped in the Ivy clothing tradition, wanted something slightly different. Britches expanded quickly and, unlike Banana Republic, never lost its way to become just another mall brand. Unfortunately, this might have been its undoing, and in 1998 it sold off its stores, to be declared bankrupt in 2002.

This suede Harrington jacket is a lovely example of Britches' wares. The Harrington jacket is a iconic clothing piece that is typically offered in cotton or a poly-cotton blend (like trenchcoats, the poly-cotton blends are considered perfectly acceptable in Harringtons). Britches took the classic Harrington and offered it in suede--a neat and classic twist on a well-loved standard. This jacket has all of the features of a traditional Harrington. It has knit cuffs and hem, a a lovely contrasting tartan lining--one of the hallmarks of a Harrington jacket--raglan sleeves, and two deep slash handwarmer pockets with button down flaps on the front. The collar can be folded up and secured against the wind, as shown. It also features a scalloped back yoke. Although the age of this jacket is uncertain judging by the label it is likely from the 1980s. It is in excellent condition; the suede is still lovely and supple, the YKK front zipper moves beautifully smoothly, and the two buttons for the flaps are still firmly attached. It does have two minor flaws; there are two tiny white spots on it (one of the back, one of the front), and the interior pocket is missing its button--an easy fix if you so desire.

This is a lovely, classic jacket, and a bargain at $49, or offer.

Tagged 40. Measures:

Chest: 19 3/4
Sleeve: c. 35 (measured like a shirt)
Shoulder: NA--raglan sleeves.
Length: 24 1/4.

 

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2) Vintage 1960s suede collegiate jacket by Ralph Edwards Sportswear

Ralph Edwards Sportswear held a contract for producing military G-1 for the United States Navy jackets from 1961 - 1964. One of these jackets was recently sold by Good Wear Leathers, who described Ralph Edwards as being a "well-known contractor" for leather jackets, a testimony which speaks well to the quality of their products.

This suede jacket also speaks well to the quality of Ralph Edwards products! Likely dating from the mid-1960s judging by the cut, label, and collar size, this is a lovely and utterly wearable piece of Americana. An elegant and minimalist suede jacket the vertical seams on the front produce the openings to the two deep handwarmer pockets that are lined in warm cotton drill. The jacket is zippered at the front with a Talon zipper; this moves beautifully fluidly. The jacket can be tightened at the waist by the use of the buttoned waist adjusters; unlike many jackets this has both of its original buttons intact. This jacket also features a protective leather strip on the inside of the collar, the area where most suede jackets start to face or fray first. This has ensured that the collar of this jacket exhibits no wear to the suede at all!

The suede of this jacket is still beautifully supple, and, although it is slightly rumpled from storage, there are no major scuffs or marks to the suede at all, apart from the small blemish by the left-hand waist adjuster at the back, as shown. This jacket is thus in Very Good condition.

Although it is not labeled as such, it was also Made in the USA!

This is just $49, or offer, boxed and shipped in the USA.

Measurements:

Chest: 22 1/4
Sleeve: 24 1/4
Shoulder: 20
Length: 24 7/8

 

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3) WONDERFUL Made in Canada Leather Field Coat

This is wonderful! Cut from beautifully supple leather the colour of dark milk chocolate, this hefty Field Coat features two flapped bellows pockets on the lower front, and two shallower pockets on the chest. It has a YKK zipper closure at the front which moves beautifully fluidly; this can be concealed with two independent flaps that are secured in place by studs. The cuffs can be adjusted by studs to keep out the wind or let in air, while the waist has a concealed drawstring for additional warmth if needed. The throat has a fully functional throat latch for further protection against the elements. All of the seams on this coat are lapped and double-stitched. This is fully lined, and has two interior pockets, one of which is a zippered security pocket. This was Made in Canada, and retailed by The Leather Shop of Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario. It is in excellent condition, with only the usual minor rubs and patina from light use. It even comes complete with its original packet of spare studs!

Asking just $75, or offer.

Measurements:

Chest: 23 1/2
Sleeve: 24 3/4
Shoulder: 21
Length: 31 1/2