This coat was made by David F Grossman in the 1940s. A classic swagger coat with boxy shoulders, wide sleeves and deep cuffs it is made from medium weight wool in a slightly raised check design and fastens at the neck with a single statement button. There is a concealed button just below the waist which keeps the coat closed and prevents it gaping when worn. It is fully lined with artificial silk.
Measurements
This coat isn't meant to be close fitting but will fit up to a 44" bust. However, to ensure that it will fit you properly, please compare the measurements below to a similar item you already own.
Measurements taken on the outside;
Flat bust 24”
Shoulders between sleeves 14.5”
Underarm sleeve length 16"
Neck to hem 43”
Condition
Very good with some minor points to note;
- there is a 1/2" orange mark on outer left sleeve - see photo
- there are a couple of moth grazes to the white stripe - 2 on the bottom left sleeve and one on the front near the hem
- there lining has some small scattered holes - see photo
- there is some wear to the underarm lining