This is a quality vintage cavalry twill wool coat that dates to just around 1970. Cavalry twill is a worsted wool with distinctive diagonal double linear weave originally used for cavalry trousers due to its hardwearing quality. It is similar to wool gabardine but less shiny, so in that respect, more desirable. This vintage cavalry twill wool coat has a military style collar and lapel and is made in a six button double breasted configuration - there is an additional hook and eye at the neck should you wish to wear the coat with the neckline closed. It has a slant flapped pocket at either side. The cuffs of the sleeves each have a single button and there is a 17” kick vent at the back. The interior in lined in copper toned rayon satin. The coat is made in a shorter length length, typical of late 60s mens fashion. This vintage cavalry twill wool coat appears to be unused as the cuff tag is still affixed and the kick vent is sewn shut.
Label: A Gold & Sons. A Gold & Sons was a Canadian menswear chain.
Union label: ACWA that was in use from 1962 until 1976
Content label: Pure Virgin Wool
Cuff label: Cloth 1970/6 Size 38 DB Brigadier Reg
Color: Green
Sizing: Size 38 is indicated on this vintage cavalry twill wool coat - although it should fit a medium size please rely on the following measurements for fit:
Shoulders: 18” across shoulder seams
Sleeves: 25 1/2”
Sleeve Inseam: 16 1/2”
Chest: 42” around, taken under the arms
Waist: 41” around
Overall length: 38"
Condition: This vintage cavalry twill wool coat is in excellent condition with the exception of a pinhead sized hole at the left back shoulder - I’m not sure where that happened, but it is quite minor. Otherwise, this vintage cavalry twill wool coat has been very well stored over the last 55 or so years and might benefit from a professional pressing.
This is a very nice quality vintage cavalry twill wool coat - wonderful vintage style!
