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If I'm a 41R verging on long ...

expatCanuck

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Greetings -

If I'm a 41R (verging on long - 5'11.5" with a long torso, shortish leg),
if I were to hazard an online purchase, should I opt
for a 42 to be taken in, or a 40 to be let out?

Or does it depend on the style/maker?

Thanks,

- Richard
 

holymadness

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Depends on style/maker. Try before you buy. Next.
 

Raoul Duke

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Sizing varies so much that the numbers hardly mean anything. Find something that fits your shoulders and chest, then tailor elsewhere. Make sure the arm length at least exceeds your required length.
 

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Originally Posted by holymadness
Depends on style/maker. Try before you buy. Next.

Originally Posted by Raoul Duke
Sizing varies so much that the numbers hardly mean anything. Find something that fits your shoulders and chest, then tailor elsewhere. Make sure the arm length at least exceeds your required length.

+1. See if you can get actual measurements.
 

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