Chore coats

[robbie]

I have been trying to find one at the local thrift stores, it seems like good Denim... only fat guys seem to be donating.

Bobo, as a result of your posts both here and Styleforum i've been into Tractor Supply 4 times hoping for restocks of wrangler carhartt dickies.

I need to head over to Cabelas and see what they've got.

anyways, great collection.

Do Chambray chore-coats exist? I've seen a handful of super-thick sherpa lined chambray looking chore-coats. But do any unlined ones geared more towards warmer weather exist?

[superBobo]

Not sure how to shrink this, but recently ordered this one:

http://image.www.rakuten.co.jp/vintage/img10293573605.jpeg

What is this? looks like the blanket lining on its own...

[superBobo]

Robbie, I suggest you get something on ebay. I occasionally see coats in smaller sizes, and my friend thats a size small have managed to pick up 3 I think.

Ive never seen any chambray chore coats. Feel free to post pics of those sherpa lined ones!

[jo3 b]

i hope you're rocking pocket squares with these.

[pacioli]

Very slim-fitting, vintage Carter's. 2x1, grey weft right hand twill denim, just like many old workwear were. A dealer said these were 30's and made in New Hampshire (NH on button) or in New England at least. I'm not an expert.

Union made label in wearer's right pocket. Design dates the garment between 1934-1949.

Warp knot.

Kinky fill.

These were bought in near deadstock condition. I wear it without regard. I particularly love the fabric "defects" throughout the garment. It harkens back to a time when looms were chattery and yarn spinning frames were imperfect. Fabrics were expected to have a degree of inconsistent character. Modern garments lack this character.

[YoungPunch]

^^Great jacket Pacioli!

Regarding a chambray chore coat, post o'alls makes a chambry cruzer:

http://item.rakuten.co.jp/hinoya/post1185/

[pacioli]

^ if only you knew how soft that becomes after several washes...

[Lloyd]

albam do one:

http://www.albamclothing.com/product.aspx?productid=152

[pacioli]

Not exactly a coat. Not super old, vintage Levi's canvas:

I like to wear it with the sleeves cuffed high and it fits like a light, slim jacket.

[tweeds]

^ very nice! sportscoats in lighter fabrics apart from the usual wool really gives the jacket a different character. how old would that piece have been, and where'd you get it?

[Guest]

chore coats look great but they are definitely one of the harder denim pieces to pull off without looking hokey...i feel like the longer cut can also be off-putting. not an everyday piece but if you can pull it off (like bobo) then it looks good for sure

[pacioli]

Hi Tweeds. Thanks for the compliment. Got it at the Rose Bowl. It's not that rare. From the 70's. Here's the shocker.

It was made for juniors. But by the power of my propaganda I declare this a unisex jacket.

^ very nice! sportscoats in lighter fabrics apart from the usual wool really gives the jacket a different character. how old would that piece have been, and where'd you get it?

[coleslawyum]

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[nattomoto]

I agree. Their Denim House shop in Kojima is definitely worth a visit.

[robbie]

the ande whall chore coat is rather amazing though I believe it is sample only.

robbie

[deadpan]

some relevant Free & Easy photos from ebay

some (other) relevant scans from F+E (forgot I had them til I saw superbobo's comment above):

[Curious_George]

This came in the mail today from Vari. Pretty pleased with it overall.

A quick fit pic I shot,

I'm kind of surprised the coat is as long as it is for a size 38. I think it works for me since I'm 6ft but I'm not sure how it'd fit on shorter Japanese dudes.

[fardin]

looks awesome george.

[superBobo]

Thats pretty much a perfect fit imo, shoulder and sleeve length. Most of mine fits a bit boxier, since Im tall, but that looks great.

[jake431]

some (other) relevant scans from F+E (forgot I had them til I saw superbobo's comment above):

Weird, that's my buddy Josh there. Can anyone translate?

-Jake

[WeThreeVoices]

what do you all think about this sessions supreme chore jacket. its not denim, but seems pretty nice to me. although i know nothing about chore coats.

http://www.supremenewyork.com/shop/111

[cloudhands69]

I tried on the black one in LA. There were no railroad stripe ones left in my size, or I would have bought one. The retail was 200$ if I remember, and I felt it was a "good deal" for that price.

[fattybfat]

Supposingly i order the coat in august, but everytime when i call they said they dont have my size, after few unsucessful attempts in september and octoberso, i give up in november. The lady that works there call me last week and I order the pointer hickory stripe on thursday and got it on saturday, extremly pleased with the service. she also gives me the coupon code to use online as well. The fabric is prety stiff, but i think it will soften up alot after few days,

[fattybfat]

By the way, $34 total shipped

[YoungPunch]

^^That looks so sick, dude! Nice pick-up. $34, too? Shit, that's awesome.

[jhxkcd]

Damn, that's a good fit, I wonder if their sizing is consistent cause that duck coat is something I'd pick up. Mind if I ask what size and for some of the measurements?

[fattybfat]

Damn, that's a good fit, I wonder if their sizing is consistent cause that duck coat is something I'd pick up. Mind if I ask what size and for some of the measurements?

i am 5'7 and 133 lbs

i order xs

here is the measurement from pointer

shoulder 18''

armpit to armpit 23.75"

centerback 28.75"

sleeves 24.5""

but when i measure it

the should is 18"

armpit to armpit ( with button closed" 18.5"

centerback 26.5"

sleeves 24.5"

if you go to the japanese website, it provided a much better measurement

[TTM]

If you dont mind me asking, what is the coupon code? Its a nice looking jacket and the price is damn good but not good enough for a spur of the moment (unless...)

[superBobo]

Looks good, but that collar is really big... 70s style.

[dralfonzo]

really nice jacket. love the stripe and the simple label.