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[Matt Deckard]

What's that laundering label say?

 

[Dinerman]

Size and sleeve length. Nothing about how to launder.

 

[Baron Kurtz]

Cold water. Wool wash-specific detergent. A bit of borax. Soak for a long time in a clean bucket. A little agitation won't hurt, but don't go nuts. Maybe a bit of rubbing on especially soiled areas. Then get someone to press it. Dry cleaners will usually press something for a couple bucks.

Won't be a problem.

What a lovely jacket, btw.

bk

 

[Nick D]

That's a really nice jacket, Dinerman. What's the lining like?

 

[Dinerman]

That's a really nice jacket, Dinerman. What's the lining like?

Thanks Nick. It's unlined. The sides are trimmed slightly on the edges in the same fabric as the rest of the jacket.

 

[Dinerman]

Cold water. Wool wash-specific detergent. A bit of borax. Soak for a long time in a clean bucket. A little agitation won't hurt, but don't go nuts. Maybe a bit of rubbing on especially soiled areas. Then get someone to press it. Dry cleaners will usually press something for a couple bucks.

Won't be a problem.

What a lovely jacket, btw.

bk

Thanks. I'm sure it'll be a vast improvement over what it is currently.

 

[Benny Holiday]

Mighty fine jacket Dman.

 

[Pera.T]

Amazing jacket! I want one, and for $5 too please

 

[Feraud]

That is a lovely linen jacket! :eusa_clap

 

[jamespowers]

Cold water. Wool wash-specific detergent. A bit of borax. Soak for a long time in a clean bucket. A little agitation won't hurt, but don't go nuts. Maybe a bit of rubbing on especially soiled areas. Then get someone to press it. Dry cleaners will usually press something for a couple bucks.

Won't be a problem.

What a lovely jacket, btw.

bk

That definitely works. I did the same thing except in a washing machine. You can soak it overnight there after a bit of agitation on the gentle cycle. The next day, just run it through the rest of the drain and rinse cycle with little agitation and you are set. Be sure to mend any loose seams or such before doing this as they will get worse due to the agitation of any kind----bucket or washer. That little fraying around the pocket with launder below it might best be fixed before attempting to clean it. They just fray more after washing.

 

[Jakeman_2001]

Am I the only one that thinks tucking in a vest looks ridiculous? Is it a joke I'm not in on?

How about Depp here? (and here)?

Depp's a regular clothes horse, often trying new things.

 

[PADDY]

Warm Summer's Day...

1940 was a milestone in British History (in World History in many ways) when a few Squadrons of RAF fighter aircraft piloted by young men from Britain and other countries that had been conquered by the Germans, battled against the might of the Luftwaffe for their very cultural survival and the last foothold in Europe the US might have 'if' they ever ventured into this European War. We celebrate this victory 'this year' and honour THE FEW.

So, it seems appropriate to be wearing a suit that was made in 1940 in a light blue/grey wool with a red window-pane check. Light and airy for this balmy day in Blightey.

 

[draws]

Paddy, Sharp! Very Sharp! All you are missing is the pocket watch.

 

[Wolfmanjack]

Great suit; great fit; perfect for the occasion.

 

[PADDY]

Thanks

Appreciate the kind words.

 

[Chasseur]

Smashing suit Paddy!:eusa_clap

 

[Matt Deckard]

Looks great on you Paddy, I do love those rough wools. I have one with a very similar wool... I just wish it had a vest.

 

[Benny Holiday]

Yet more proof that the producers of shows such as Foyle's war need you as a regular featured 'extra' Paddy! And why not pay you extra as a consultant on era authenticity as well why you're there?

I'm a bit envious of the unshaven look, though. You looked rugged and ready; if I try it, I look like a street bum!

 

[cookie]

1940 was a milestone in British History (in World History in many ways) when a few Squadrons of RAF fighter aircraft piloted by young men from Britain and other countries that had been conquered by the Germans, battled against the might of the Luftwaffe for their very cultural survival and the last foothold in Europe the US might have 'if' they ever ventured into this European War. We celebrate this victory 'this year' and honour THE FEW.

So, it seems appropriate to be wearing a suit that was made in 1940 in a light blue/grey wool with a red window-pane check. Light and airy for this balmy day in Blightey.

Now all you need to do is pop down to the enlistment office! What a suit you have there mate.

 

[PADDY]

Thanks Gents.

I never take these blessings for granted, as I appreciate I was just lucky being at the right place at the right time at the right price (when Jupiter must have been in alignment with Pluto..etc!), and (and this is always a *risk* when buying from abroad on the internet), the damn thing FITS TO A TEE!

It's funny 'for me' to hear such compliments, when it seems I am *in awe* of the collections and knowledge that so many of our members have in here, to be honest.

I still (strangely enough) consider 'myself' a *newbie* at this vintage game and am continually on a 'learning curve' ...still...I guess that's what keeps it interesting, that thirst and 'hunt' for more knowledge (you can never know enough)...

Thanks again Gents for the kind comments. Knowing how knowledgeable many of you are, I feel very humbled by many of the things you've said