Vintage Cutaway Tails 1930s 40s Formal Tuxedo Tailcoat Sz M

This is a pair of vintage cutaway tails / formal tuxedo tailcoat dating somewhere between the 1920s and 1940s. Given the style of the lapels with their up pointed shape, this could very well date to the 1920s, but may be a little later. 

These vintage cutaway tails are made in a classic form with padded shoulders, no closure, cut away front with six buttons, two buttons at the back and three buttons at either cuff.  The lapels are very peaked and finished in black grosgrain.  It is fully lined in black satin fabric.  Note that there are no pants included, only the vintage cutaway tails.

Fabric:  Fine quality wool

Label:  None, this was probably custom made by a tailor

Sizing: There is no size label, and although these vintage cutaway tails should fit a medium size (US size 38/40), please rely on the following measurements for fit:

Shoulders: 20” across shoulder seam-to-seam 

Sleeves: 26” from the shoulder seam 

Sleeve Inseam: 18 1/2” long

Chest: 42” around, taken under the arms with a normal gap, 21” across pit-to-pit

Waist: 40” around

Overall length: 45“ at the back, measured flat from the neck seam

Condition: These vintage cutaway tails have a few tiny holes, the largest being about 2mm (1/16”) and located at the left side towards the front (see last close-up photo) - the others, about four or five, are pinhead sized or more like surface nibbles and located around the left upper sleeve and shoulder (see 2nd and 3rd to last close-up photos).  Otherwise, no other wear, tear, soiling, staining or odour.  

Despite the small holes, this is a wonderful pair of vintage cutaway tails - fabulous lapels, well tailored, classy style!  Sold “as is” at a reduced price….