Getting an Overcoat Made

[Reborn]



It looks beautiful but its not the most versatile style out there. Maybe nice for a 2nd or 3rd OC, but I wouldn't pick this as my first.

The only way it really doesn't work is conservative business dress. A business coat trying to go casual looks much worse than this coat dressed up.

 

[Grammaton Cleric]



The only way it really doesn't work is conservative business dress. A business coat trying to go casual looks much worse than this coat dressed up.

Well, I guess we disagree - forget conservative business dress, this one doesn't even work for BD imo. A more traditional coat will be far more versatile.

 

[NewYorkIslander]



It looks beautiful but its not the most versatile style out there. Maybe nice for a 2nd or 3rd OC, but I wouldn't pick this as my first.

It suits your style. I look forward to seeing the finished product. Ercole making it up for you?

Yes, Ercole is doing it for me. First fitting will be in a few weeks, he thinks it can be finished in three. As far as the versatility, I think you're right for most here GC, it is a bit over the top, and non-conservative business dress. I have very few pieces in my closet that ARE conservative business dress though, so I think for me it fits the bill perfectly. Just so you can better envision this, here's the vintage Scabal being used:

Its about 30 years old, from when his dad ran the shop alone.

 

[poorsod]

For reference, I have a 20-21oz Minnis DB overcoat that is ok until the teens. The cold penetrates the coat in the single digits and lower. I don't know the weight of your material but keep that in mind.

 

[NewYorkIslander]



For reference, I have a 20-21oz Minnis DB overcoat that is ok until the teens. The cold penetrates the coat in the single digits and lower. I don't know the weight of your material but keep that in mind.

I'd say this is about the same, maybe a touch less heft (18oz?) which is why I chose the style as posted, if it gets that cold I'll layer underneath, and button her up. It just doesn't get cold enough often enough to justify going heavier.

 

[JayJay]



Thanks for posting this:
http://davidetaub.blogspot.com/2011/03/military-style-winter-warm-great-coat.html
Its what I'm going with...

This looks good, and should keep you very warm. I have a similar one for everyday wear that keeps me very warm even in the most brutal weather.

 

[poorsod]

For reference, I have a 20-21oz Minnis DB overcoat that is ok until the teens. The cold penetrates the coat in the single digits and lower. I don't know the weight of your material but keep that in mind.

I'd say this is about the same, maybe a touch less heft (18oz?) which is why I chose the style as posted, if it gets that cold I'll layer underneath, and button her up. It just doesn't get cold enough often enough to justify going heavier.

I actually notice it more through the single layer back, particularly when the wind is strong. Currently the winter has been quite mild. I'm making up a shearling coat for the coldest days.

 

[emptym]

Cool fabric. Love the design from Taub too. Not sure if they'd go to together well though. I'm thinking people might call you Rob and the Technicolor Dream Coat. But I do agree that it suits your style well. Looking forward to seeing the finished product.

 

[Grammaton Cleric]

Good luck. I hope you'll post pics as the garment progresses.

 

[NewYorkIslander]



Good luck. I hope you'll post pics as the garment progresses.

I do hope to...get the Mrs to come with me for a fitting and have someone watch the kiddies

 

[rjsphd]

Good luck. I think the military coat is a great look. I have a black great coat I got from BR a few years ago. Though the quality is not what I like, the coat design is perfect for long walks in (very) cold Boston weather. Please post pictures when you have the chance

 

[TheTukker]

Saw this thread too late; all the coats I was thinking about have already been posted. That Taub coat is a piece of work - good luck and keen to see the results!

 

[Slippybee]



Just so you can better envision this, here's the vintage Scabal being used:

Its about 30 years old, from when his dad ran the shop alone.

Beautiful looking cloth

 

[sugarbutch]

I think you've made a great choice, Rob. That military coat looks the business. Eagerly awaiting pics of the finished item.

 

[Mr. Moo]