Original Monarch A2

[aswatland]

The Monarch A2, which dates from 1941, was small volume contract, probably a production run of 10K. I have been after an original for sometime after having owned an ELC. This jacket is a size 42 and is 100% original. I love the grain on the jacket and the light russet colour.

 

[rumblefish]

Nice. Great looking jacket. Thanks Andrew.

 

[scotrace]

A fantastic jacket. Do you think it was re-dyed/reissued?
I love those fat pocket flaps and the epaulettes, which from the photo appear to taper in width?

 

[aswatland]

Here are some better pics!

 

[aswatland]

A fantastic jacket. Do you think it was re-dyed/reissued?
I love those fat pocket flaps and the epaulettes, which from the photo appear to taper in width?

No, not a redye-no evidence on later spray dye.The later pics show the true colours.

 

[Estevan]

Andrew, another beauty...I would like to find a Monarch in my size, but they are few and far between....I love the triple marked (brass) Talon. A winner and it looks great on you.

 

[aswatland]

As you say Steve, they are rare-keep looking!

 

[Estevan]

As you say Steve, they are rare-keep looking!

Oh, I am Andrew....Afraid I'll never find one though.

 

[aswatland]

It's taken me two years to find a size 42 Monarch, so I know what you mean.

 

[Estevan]

Another 42

It's taken me two years to find a size 42 Monarch, so I know what you mean.

Another size 42 available, this time on Manion's.....Only $1650.

https://www.manions.com/bid/bid.aspx~itemid~5909689~pic~20071223

They say it fits a size 40, is that true? Should I look for one size up?

 

[aswatland]

It looks to be very good indeed, but perhaps somewhat expensive and over £800. A size 42 should fit you as they are made trim. I'm a size 38 chest, but have long arms and a long upper body.

 

[kampkatz]

Thank you Andrew for the Monarch photo. It is truly a prize, and the fit looks just right. Enjoy and may you continue to happen upon such fortunate finds.
Paul

 

[greyhound68]

Andrew is right they do tend to run small. I take a 44 in all my other originals and this one is a 46 and fits fine. Couldn't believe it was a 46 until I saw the cutter tag in the pocket. Grainy and in excellent condition.

 

[Taikonaut]

These jackets looks fantastic. If anyone has an original one of those of similar quality and dont mind pointing me to the right direction please let me know.
I am a classic shape and build like the average man of WW2, basically fit a modern size 38. My friend owns a militaria shops and I fit into most of the uniforms much to everyone's envy when choosing clothes for re-enactment.

 

[Sly]

These jackets looks fantastic. If anyone has an original one of those of similar quality and dont mind pointing me to the right direction please let me know.
I am a classic shape and build like the average man of WW2, basically fit a modern size 38. My friend owns a militaria shops and I fit into most of the uniforms much to everyone's envy when choosing clothes for re-enactment.

There are good pointers available from members on this forum:

http://cornellsurgery.com/phpBB3/index.php

 

[HoosierDaddy]

There are good pointers available from members on this forum:

http://cornellsurgery.com/phpBB3/index.php

Absolutely! I recommend this jacket forum highly. Alot of info...and great group of folks.
HD

 

[aswatland]

I have decided to sell the Monarch as it is little tight in the shoulders and it will help fund the size 44 Poughkeepsie I have just bought on Ebay. The item no is:270212753431 if anyone is interested. It fits between a modern 38 and 40.