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It looks like a sack coat, with a 3/2 roll, which is quite popular for the trad/ivy/preppy crowd. Its harris tweed, which is perhaps the most desirable variety. Based on the lapel width, could have been made any time in the 40s-60s, but due to it being unlined, I would think earlier.

I have to say, if that's reproduction, it's an impressive job. What with the dropped shoulder seam and angled chest pocket.

That's a nice 3/2 roll. Be best with a button-down shirt, IMO. still, very nice.

What an interesting thread! I'll make sure to keep watch on this one. Also, some friendly tips: 1: If you can afford it, go bespoke. Find a really good tailor who does everything by hand. Although it obviously wasn't made for me, I've a really stunning bespoke suit, made in the 50s by a local...

Come to think of it, you're right. It's just rounded and then pulled in. Am I correct in saying drape is when the fabric of the chest folds and wrinkles?

Jacket 9: The semi-boating blazer! Originally a 1930s pinstriped suit separate, I've repurposed it for more casual purposes. If only I had the trousers. :( Worsted wool, DB 4x2, ventless, peaked lapels, draped chest and suppressed waist. Lapels could do with a bit of a press. And that's it...

Jacket 8: Proper midcentury trad/ivy/preppy navy blazer. Three-roll-2-if-I-want, patch pockets, silver buttons, single back vent, shapeless front.

Jacket 7: DB 4x1, peak lapels, hopsack fabric, single vent, jetted pockets. A tad on the shapeless side, but oh well.

Jacket 6: First navy blazer, and possibly my favourite. Wool-cashmere blend, SB, notch lapels, gold buttons, flapped pockets, single vent. It's a tiny bit on the short side, although I find that works nicely with high-rise trousers.

Jacket 5: I'll probably wear this one a lot once I get round to alterations. :( 2-button SB, merino wool, grey plaid (the plaid is black and sky blue). Slim notch lapels, flap pockets, double back vents. Sleeves are far too long. Oh well, at least its an easy operation. Slimming the body...

Jacket 4: Anthony Squires 3 button roll 2 chocolate brown striped sports coat, single breasted, single vent, flap pockets. I replaced the buttons with mother of pearl.

Jacket 3: Nice heavy tweed, very roughly woven. Patch pockets, SB, notch lapels, single vent.

Jacket 2: Cream wool. Ultra-wide peaked lapels, unusual patch pockets, single breasted, single vent and decorative stitching.

Thought I might as well post them all. 1 jacket per reply, so as to make thread turnover easier. Agh, I don't know the technical term, but I hope you get the idea. Electric blue 60s jacket, maybe mohair or silk. Heavily shaped silhouette, two button cuffs, jetted pockets, single vent, plain...

Glorious! I especially love the waistcoat with the tailcoat.