Unused Vintage 1970s Trench Coat Croydon 66 Raincoat Size 40

This is a wonderful unused vintage 1970s trench coat made in a lightweight cotton poly blend.  This 1970s trench coat has many of the features of a classic trench coat but not all - shoulder epaulettes, eight button double breasted front, button under the right collar to close the neck, adjustable button down half belt at either sleeve cuff, matching waist belt and diagonal pocket at either side.  This 1960s mens raincoat is doubled at the interior top and sides - note that the sides are attached with a single cord so you can see the interlining by lifting the fabric, unusual construction, but probably done in order to maintain the lightweight quality of the garment.  This 1970s trench coat has a 17 1/2” kick vent at the bottom back

Label: Croydon 66 / Watershield by Croydon.  Croydon was a trademark of Canadian manufacturer Warnaco of Prescott, Ontario.  They began in 1874 as the maker of Warner’s corsets, and evolved into a multi-channel apparel company.  Croydon was filed as a trademark in 1964.

Hang tag:  Model 271 Dallas.  A price label of 130.00 is affixed to it

Content label:  Shell 65% polyester / 35% cotton.  Lining 100% nylon

Color: Beige or sand

Sizing: Size 40 is indicated on the label, and although this 1970s trench coat should fit a medium size, please rely on the following measurements for fit:

Shoulders:  18” between shoulder seams

Sleeves:  26”

Sleeve Inseam:  18”

Chest: 43”

Waist: 40” 

Length: 45” measured flat from the back collar seam to the hemline

Condition: This 1970s trench coat is in excellent condition with no signs of wear, tear, staining, soiling or odour - it looks like it was well stored over the 45 or so years.  

This is a classic 1970s trench coat - great spring coat for rainy weather!