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[Vampyre Master]

Thanks gents. Glad you like it.

It's about a size 36-37. It's not really long (28.5" down the back), it's just that the arms are a bit shorter than normal. I had them shortened very slightly, but the fabric's still there. They were always short, max around 23" from the shoulder.

It does look long, though, I agree. All down to the cut.

Oh no I have never seen anything too small for me
how much is it?
VM

 

[Baron Kurtz]

Yes, I'm rather too small for this one even!

I've got it up on eBay now. The BIN is about what I think it's worth. If you wanted it, we could chat about pricing, and I can end the auction.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/300925722023?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1555.l2649

 

[Metatron]

I am once again humbly seeking the FL elder's advice:

Picked up this sports coat:




The good:
Donegal style tweed, red flecks
Patch pockets
Nice lapels
Shoulder fit is spot on
A bit short, but fine for a 1930s look imho.
Sleeves have ample material for lengthening.
Chest fit feels right.


The bad: Below the chest it flares out in an unsightly way. The jacket was obviously intended for someone larger around the waist/hips.



My question is: Can this jacket be saved by taking in the side/center seams? It has no vents.

 

[DamianM]

I am once again humbly seeking the FL elder's advice:

Picked up this sports coat:




The good:
Donegal style tweed, red flecks
Patch pockets
Nice lapels
Shoulder fit is spot on
A bit short, but fine for a 1930s look imho.
Sleeves have ample material for lengthening.
Chest fit feels right.


The bad: Below the chest it flares out in an unsightly way. The jacket was obviously intended for someone larger around the waist/hips.



My question is: Can this jacket be saved by taking in the side/center seams? It has no vents.

Since it does flare it is possible to have it straightened out like you said, the side seam or center seam

 

[Baron Kurtz]

A 1930s (?) Two-Tone Tweed Hollywood jacket. Solidly a size 35. Unsurprising for teenager style. This is perfect for slightly colder early spring and late autumn days.

 

[Metatron]

Very nice. US Ebay? I like the way the beige wool contrasts with the tweed and makes it more 'urban'

 

[Baron Kurtz]

It was from US ebay, yes, for a princely $5. It was a bit of a mess, but cleaned up nicely. Its friend is trashed, sadly, but good for a pattern.

 

[DamianM]

The two tone could date from the early 40s but not the thirties
I never seen them in the thirties.

 

[Tommy]

Sears jacket, guessing 1957-1963 era.

I liked the fabric colors and cut fit me clean.







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[Metatron]

It was from US ebay, yes, for a princely $5. It was a bit of a mess, but cleaned up nicely. Its friend is trashed, sadly, but good for a pattern.

$5, wow, what was the catch? Badly photographed? Or was it that filthy?

 

[Baron Kurtz]

Filthy and a bit holey. I can deal with the holes, and the filth cleaned out OK.

 

[thunderw21]

Is that the one I purchased and shipped to you? That was a neat lounge jacket.

 

[Baron Kurtz]

That one and the other one, yes.

 

[ernesto]

Hello,
could you tell me how old this blazer is?

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[Patrick Hall]

Hello,
could you tell me how old this blazer is?

More expert voices than mine may weigh in, but I'd say relatively modern - maybe early 90's? Does it have a center vent or dual side vents? The patch pockets are an interesting feature for such a young blazer.

 

[ernesto]

The blazer has a center vent. I thougth it is older.

 

[gamez32]

Here are a few of my favorites:

 

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[GoldenEraFan]

Hello,
could you tell me how old this blazer is?

I'd say late '60s or early '80s. Is there a union tag?