Norfolk Jacket

[BellyTank]

Some workwear was made in cotton twist.
You can see some Buzz Rickson repro work shirts in those salt'n'peppery
black/white and cream/brown cloths, referred to as "mock twist" chambray.

http://item.rakuten.co.jp/vari/br-sl-m23003/

http://kakaku.journal.mycom.co.jp/item_info/20957146962309.html

http://www.historypreservation.com/hpassociates/newproduct.php

It's that salt'n'pepper cloth.


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[Charlie Huang]

Bookster now makes full Norfolk jackets:

http://www.tweed-jacket.com/GALLERY PAGE/Full Norfolk Jacket/index.htm

Mouthwatering. I think this is the next jacket/suit I am going to order from them when I get the funds together!

 

[wintergreen]

Seeing this thread the other day reminded me I had a Norfolk jacket packed away somewhere which I have never worn since it came into my possesion about 7 or 8 years ago

I have no idea of its age as the only labels I can find are these are these

The jacket seems to be in very good condition (nothing a quick trip to the cleaners wouldnt fix) but alas I dont like the fit, thats probably why I packed it away and never got around to unpacking the boxes after I moved house.

 

[H.Johnson]

I would be interested in buying this jacket if it is for sale. Is it a small size - say 21" armpit to armpit?

 

[wintergreen]

I would be interested in buying this jacket if it is for sale. Is it a small size - say 21" armpit to armpit?

The jacket fits like a 40 regular, the underarm measurment is a closer to 22 inches but thats because of the way the sleeves are constructed.
I am unable to send PM's but if you know of a way around this I will send you more photos and measurements.

 

[H.Johnson]

Thanks - I know what you mean about the sleeves. I'm still interested, depending on the price!

You need more posts to send a PM (I can't remember how many). Perhaps you will bear me in mind ans send me some measurements and a price when you can post.

 

[wintergreen]

No problem, I should start to take part with the discussions on the forum anyway so it shouldnt be too long before I can PM

 

[BellyTank]

Some folks suffer with PM tension, don't keep him in suspenders.


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[rlk]

Corduroy Harris & Frank Norfolk Jacket

Looks far better in person. I'll do some decent pictures shortly.

 

[BellyTank]

Nice one.


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[Creeping Past]

Looks far better in person. I'll do some decent pictures shortly.

That's about perfect of its kind. If it's a 44 and you get bored with it, please don't hestitate to sell it to me.

 

[BellyTank]

Oh, I forgot, Mr. Past, I recently nabbed a khaki drill Norfolk jacket from a fellow Lounger-

It's a few-years-old LVC re-issue type garment- well made, nice cloth,
sturdy.

I must show you and you.


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[Dr Doran]

Bookster now makes full Norfolk jackets:

http://www.tweed-jacket.com/GALLERY PAGE/Full Norfolk Jacket/index.htm

Mouthwatering. I think this is the next jacket/suit I am going to order from them when I get the funds together!

Am I the only one to whom there seems something disturbingly 1970s about this jacket? Or am I imagining things?

 

[Creeping Past]

Oh, I forgot, Mr. Past, I recently nabbed a khaki drill Norfolk jacket from a fellow Lounger-

It's a few-years-old LVC re-issue type garment- well made, nice cloth,
sturdy.

I must show you and you.


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I and I would appreciate it. We also left a comment congratulating you on that in a different post.

Doran. Yup, that's what I see. It's of the genus Norfolciensis Hammerus Horrorus.

 

[Marc Chevalier]

It's of the genus Norfolciensis Hammerus Horrorus.

All that's missing is Peter Cushing.

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[BellyTank]

Yes- with Norfolks, it's a case of,
"careful with the size of the tweed/check, Eugene"

Of course, the buttoning height/qty, lapel, belt height are all,
from beyond the best bits of Norfolkery.

A classically styled Norfolk, in my eyes, is the best Norfolk,
why don't these guys try a more Edwardian style?
surely the classic style for us C20th boys.
4 (even 5)buttons high, with some shape and ALL the pockets.
A "smaller" tweed helps too.

Look at Mose' effort of today, in the WAYWT thread.
Optimal Tweedage.

I did it for yo.


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[Marc Chevalier]

Look at Mose' effort of today, in the WAYWT thread.
Optimal Tweedage.

That's one of the best-looking suits I've ever seen... :eusa_clap



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[Dr Doran]

Well, what IS it about the large plaid/check norfolk that's not right? I mean besides the cloth itself. Is it the plastic belt buckle? The angularity of the lapels? What is it? Someone tell me, please. I can feel that it is not right, but I cannot put my finger on it.

 

[Marc Chevalier]

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It's the extra layer of cloth at the "shoulder guards", and the belt buckle. Norfolks look better with buttons rather than buckles. (See photo above of Mysterious Mose.)


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[BellyTank]

I think a BIG CHECK breaks up the line.
I feel that a large check is humourous, not serious-
a big check makes a funny suit. Clown's suit!
There are exceptions.

I think, given the appearance of so many cheesy Norfolks,
a classic Norfolk must indeed, be a finely fettled beast,
my fine, feathered friends.

You can't just take all the features and throw them at a jacket.

I used to HATE Norfolks. But now, I see.


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