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Guys, I'm considering ordering a Sterlingwear Authentic, but not certain on sizing... For reference, I'm in-between a small and medium in the J.Crew Bayswater peacoat. I'm thinking 38R or 40R. What say you?
what's your chest size?Guys, I'm considering ordering a Sterlingwear Authentic, but not certain on sizing... For reference, I'm in-between a small and medium in the J.Crew Bayswater peacoat. I'm thinking 38R or 40R. What say you?
what's your chest size?
yeah sorry thats what i meant, measurement, not size.Not to be smart, but first he first really needs to learn to accurately measure his chest and then use that measurement in inches. One's "chest size" is a vague and subjective term when trying to find a good close fit in a peacoat. We need to be accurate in order to remove as much error as possible. That's why I referred him to the past posts in this thread and the sizing section in the peacoat article. Once he gets an accurate chest measurement in inches, then we can then help him on the p2p he will need for a close or loose fit--whichever he wants.
Not to be smart, but first he first really needs to learn to accurately measure his chest and then use that measurement in inches. One's "chest size" is a vague and subjective term when trying to find a good close fit in a peacoat. We need to be accurate in order to remove as much error as possible. That's why I referred him to the past posts in this thread and the sizing section in the peacoat article. Once he gets an accurate chest measurement in inches, then we can then help him on the p2p he will need for a close or loose fit--whichever he wants.
Can anyone identify this peacoat?
http://cdn04.cdn.socialitelife.com/...an-gosling-paris-date-11272011-13-675x900.jpg
My chest, measured, is 42 inches. The suits hanging in my closest are 38R. As I said, I find the J.Crew Bayswater in size medium a bit too big. The small is a bit too small. I will never wear a sweater underneath the coat and prefer a trim fit.
With that, do you lot think I should order both a 38R and 40R?
Hey all, hoping to mine some of the expert opinions in this thread to make sure I don't do anything stupid. I have my eye on two coats at the moment, both used. The first is a Sterlingwear Navigator at $100, and the second, judging by Peacoat's dating guide, a 1962 Navy Issue for a good bit cheaper (but missing 1 button). I'm tempted to think the Navigator is a good deal because it retails for $265, but maybe the other's even better!
In general, how does today's Sterlingwear match up against the older, authentic Navy coats? On my hunt for a good peacoat should I be sticking to only Navy issue coats? I'm assuming with the Sterlingwear I'm looking at melton wool, whereas with the issued coat I'm looking at kersey. What is the difference between the two, and how significant is it?
I'm considering buying a J Crew Bayswater Peacoat and I was wondering if anyone could give me some advice on sizing.
Here are my measurements:
Height - 6'0
Weight - 150 lb.
Chest - 38
Shoulders - 19
Waist - 31
I'm trying to decide between Small and Medium, but I'm a little worried I might be between sizes and neither will look good on me. Does anyone have any advice or suggestions for other coats that would fit my measurements? I'd be grateful for any guidance anyone can give me.
Thanks.
The size of the suits hanging in your closet, as well as the sizes of the J.Crew coats, is immaterial. The only measurement that counts is the actual circumference of your chest. Hopefully you have read in my article how to measure your chest. If your measurement is correct, then you will be looking for a peacoat that has a p2p of 21.25" to 21.5". That usually is a vintage or a current issue (or Mil. Spec.) US Navy peacoat in a size 40. If you choose another type of coat, then the sizing will probably be different, but the p2p will still be about the same if the thickness of the shell is the same--and most of them are about the same. There probably will not be room for a sweater, and you should have a trim fit.
My chest measures 42". I just measured my vintage size 40 and it was 21.25." That is a trim fit for me. The shoulders are almost too small. The Mil. Spec in a 40 will probably be right at 21.5."
Thanks a lot Peacoat, I think I'll probably stay on the hunt for a peacoat in kersey wool!
Also, in my browsing I came across a coat and couldn't identify it based on your dating guide (I'm not really looking to buy it, just curious).
Description: "US Naval Academy peacoat size 34 made for the Academy by Thorngate in 1985"
I've never heard of Thorngate, were they supplying peacoats to the US Navy in '85? Also, in your guide it says: "The pewter button lasted until 1984, when the classic black button with the fouled anchor was returned to service." Is it possible that the coat was produced in '84 and simply wasn't issued until '85?