The first two are Polo (Ralph Lauren) the third is Simon James Cathcart (SJC).I must have missed the name of these jackets but which ones are these? Particularly the third jacket in the last attachment. I really like that
The first two are Polo (Ralph Lauren) the third is Simon James Cathcart (SJC).I must have missed the name of these jackets but which ones are these? Particularly the third jacket in the last attachment. I really like that
They also have a black " us municipal surplus " commando sweater for much less, but these are American made so I was happy to pay more.I've come close to ordering this exact sweater a few times. Very curious as to your thoughts once it arrives.
I also considered the Commando sweater from LL Bean and the shooting sweater from Paul James knitwear amongst others...perhaps next winter will be the right time.
I used to have a few of these. Loved them and they are crazy warm. Mine were itchy though. Had to be cold enough for a thermal under it.
They also have a black " us municipal surplus " commando sweater for much less, but these are American made so I was happy to pay more.
Not that it's all that expensive.
I'd probably be wearing it over a henley or possibly over a flannel as well , I don't know what the fit is like though so I may be crazy for thinking I can wear it over 2 layers.I used to have a few of these. Loved them and they are crazy warm. Mine were itchy though. Had to be cold enough for a thermal under it.
Oh I scanned through their entire surplus sweater zone. The German police ones looked really nice too
Hate to be sharing a closely guarded secret, but TFL seems worth it:
The Italian military surplus stuff at sportsmansguide is a goldmine. Most recent acquired 2 different Italian navy sweaters from them, both heavy yet fine wool & remarkably warm, likely 100% (though possible the 85% wool / 15% nylon mix many militaries began using late 20th C. for greater durability - they essentially lack ANY labeling).
Each cost me less than $20. Cheap enough to keep stashed with work gear for sudden colder weather. Round one size up if 'merican (I wear a 40L suitcoat & am usually a "Medium" in most US clothing but always need at least a "Large" in any Italian surplus). Also note these are a trim military fit, unsurprisingly; I have a 6-8" drop from shoulder to waist, depending on the season, and these fit me well. Any thicker around the middle though & it'd be a problem.
The 50/50 cotton/wool surplus Italian thermals they always have on sale are also superb. The tops especially, kind of like a tight-fitting sweatshirt in off-white, long enough in torso to tuck into your trousers if you want so that your base layer never rides up. I'm wearing one today actually, beneath a submariner sweater. I bought a two-pack from SG years ago for ~$20, & apart from a single pinprick tear in one they still look new.
Nice wool half-belt with sunrise Talon zipper and big Talon Oympic ring pull on the pocket. c.1940
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Now that is a HB I can get behind. I need to find one now. I appreciate them more in wool.
The first two are Polo (Ralph Lauren) the third is Simon James Cathcart (SJC).
Nice wool half-belt with sunrise Talon zipper and big Talon Oympic ring pull on the pocket. c.1940
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I have both SJC jackets and the current release was a huge disappointment. It’s very well made but the wool is half the weight of the first. Feels like the type of wool that would be used as a liner for a jacket. Entirely too thin for an outer layer of wool. My next will be from coffin brand. I think he is using the truest to original weight and weave wools.SJC have done some really nice jackets. I have one of the very first run of the 33, otherwise I'd be looking at buying the latest one. I think the addition of the leather collar is a great idea - looks sharp, and I think might well wear better than wool sometimes does in that area.
Love this sort of jacket. There's a very similar one in a silver grey worn by one of the characters in Manhattan; only difference with the one on screen is it has a plainer back (no half belt) and action pleats similar to an Indy. Also the chest pocket is open, no zip. Otherwise, very similar shape. I'd love a couple of these in a good cotton for Summer wear. I do tend to reach for a Harrington when it gets too warm for leather and/or I want something other than a blazer, but even they get a bit much in the punishing, Summer heat, what with that brushed cotton lining...
Nice wool half-belt with sunrise Talon zipper and big Talon Oympic ring pull on the pocket. c.1940
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