Late '50s-Early '60s Hart Schaffner Marx Jacket, 40R

[Orgetorix]

Picked up today this very well-made jacket that I think is from the late '50s or early '60s. It's a Hart, Schaffner, and Marx, which has always been a good brand and was outstanding in the Golden Era. This is from the Silver Trumpeter line. Construction was still very good when this was made--it has fully canvassed construction, well-finished seams, and a fair amount of handwork. Lapels are slim (2 1/4"), and it has an unusually shaped notch. Fabric is a brown-and-black glen plaid with a rust-colored overcheck running through it. Condition is good; no holes, rips, or tears that I could find. There is one dime-sized water spot on the lapel (see picture below); it's fainter than it appears in the picture and I think would come out with cleaning.

I estimate it's a 40R; see measurements to make sure it will fit you.

Chest: 44"
Waist: 42"
Sleeve: 24"
Length (from bottom of collar) 29.5"
Center back vent: 8"
Lapel width: 2 1/4"

Asking $35 shipped in the Continental US; I greatly prefer Paypal. PM me if interested.

Closer to the actual color

Half-lining

HSM label

Copyright 1949 union tag

Blank name/date/size/lot tag

 

[Orgetorix]

I am open to offers on this jacket. PM me if you're at all interested.

 

[hsitz]

I tried to pm but I've never posted before and the pm function seems disabled for me. Nevertheless I'd be interested in this jacket. I just bought a new Hart jacket yesterday at Nordstrom; it's a 40R and fit me pretty well. Is this one likely to fit me? I'm perfectly happy to take it to a tailor to get perfect fit, just want it to be close.

Thanks,

Herb

 

[Orgetorix]

Herb,

My guess is this should fit you well. If you're concerned about it, take measurements of your new coat and compare them to this one. This post should help if you need instructions.

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[hsitz]

Orgetorix -- Thanks, I just noticed that you'd replied to my post. I'm going to have to find a tape measure to check what my good fitting jackets are. I just moved and I'm sure I have one in one of my boxes somewhere. . . .