Vintage 1940s Mens Double Breasted Overcoat Coat Brown Herringbone Check Wool DB Belted UK M 1950s Dress Bust: 20” (51cm)

Bust: 20” (51cm)

Length (base of collar at back to hem): 23" (58

skirt with gathered hip panels & gathered centre panel to simulate a draped sash

hand knitted (probably using an earlier pattern judging by the shorter body) from what feels like a mostly wool blend yarn in bottle green colour

and some small holes to the lining (see close ups)

Vintage 1940s Mens Double Breasted Overcoat Coat Brown Herringbone Check Wool DB Belted UK M 1950s Dress Bust: 20” (51cm)A somewhat shabby vintage 1940s overcoat, made from a thick slightly fleecy wool cloth in a herringbone weave in shades of brown with subtle burnt orange overchecks. It is double breasted with broad lapels, has medium padded shoulders with rear sloping seams, large cuff tabs, 2 flapped lower patch pockets, & matching belt with leather covered buckle. Half lined with taupe rayon twill fabric, with inside breast & ticket pockets. No labels present