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[thisfits]



The length on the 38Ls are more like a 38R/S.

That's a bit harsh. There's no way as a 38S that I'd wear a 30.25" length jacket. It's on the high-end of R, certainly not R/S.

 

[othertravel]

This is why I asked about sizing. The R sizes resemble S', and the Ls resemble Rs.

Might just order the L as I generally don't like shorter jackets.

 

[Flyswatter]



This is why I asked about sizing. The R sizes resemble S', and the Ls resemble Rs.

Might just order the L as I generally don't like shorter jackets.

Hmm, not really. Not for my size, at least. 43R/44R is 30" from bottom of collar. That's exactly what I would expect it to be.

Are you abnormally thin for your height?

 

[othertravel]

I'm talking about the boc measurement on the tuxedos. The boc on a 38r Benjamin tux is around 28'.

I usually wear jackets with a boc of 30 or 30.5', which I find is a more traditional/conservative length. I've seen some Caruso suits in 38R with 29' BOC, but not 28'.

Either way, I'm tempted to buy one from Ben. They're a great value.

 

[eHaberdasher]



The length on the 38Ls are more like a 38R/S.

That's a bit harsh. There's no way as a 38S that I'd wear a 30.25" length jacket. It's on the high-end of R, certainly not R/S.

I'm talking about the boc measurement on the tuxedos. The boc on a 38r Benjamin tux is around 28'.

I usually wear jackets with a boc of 30 or 30.5', which I find is a more traditional/conservative length. I've seen some Caruso suits in 38R with 29' BOC, but not 28'.

Either way, I'm tempted to buy one from Ben. They're a great value.

othertravel I'm not sure where you see 28" BOC on the 38R - it says/is 29".

Current trends are definitely shorter than perhaps a "classic" length. The Benjamin line is designed such that it still completely covers the seat, which to me is sufficient in length. Some people prefer a longer skirt - I personally do not and thus design the clothing as such. Like any designer, my clothing is not for everyone. That being said I do appreciate everyone's input whether positive or constructive.

 

[Superfluous]



That's a bit harsh. There's no way as a 38S that I'd wear a 30.25" length jacket. It's on the high-end of R, certainly not R/S.

Ideally:

38S is like 29
38R is like 30.5
38L is like 31.5


I'd save give half an inch for a more conservative length. Take half an inch for a more "modern" length.

 

[New Shoes1]



Ideally:

38S is like 29
38R is like 30.5
38L is like 31.5


I'd save give half an inch for a more conservative length. Take half an inch for a more "modern" length.

That seems a little on the long side for a 38. The measurements for the L and R you gave are consistent with what I tend to see in 42's.

 

[OptoDoc]



No, not this time around... sorry...

Shucks.

Do you think it would be permissable to buy a navy suit and turn the jacket into an odd jacket by changing the buttons (to a brown or smoky gray horn)?

I need a new navy sportcoat and the Benjamin fit is just perfect for me.

 

[Murlsquirl]



Shucks.

Do you think it would be permissable to buy a navy suit and turn the jacket into an odd jacket by changing the buttons (to a brown or smoky gray horn)?

I need a new navy sportcoat and the Benjamin fit is just perfect for me.

I've done it more than once....

 

[Flyswatter]



Shucks.

Do you think it would be permissable to buy a navy suit and turn the jacket into an odd jacket by changing the buttons (to a brown or smoky gray horn)?

I need a new navy sportcoat and the Benjamin fit is just perfect for me.

My opinion is that if the material has some texture to it (something like hopsack, birdseye or nailhead), the shoulders aren't too structured, and you change the buttons to mid brown horn, it would probably be acceptable to wear it alone as an odd jacket. Definitely wouldn't do this if it was a smooth worsted wool, though. Also, I strongly prefer patch pockets (hip) for an odd jacket, but there are plenty of sport coats with flap pockets.

 

[New Shoes1]



I've done it more than once....

Agreed, I've done it as well. Anyone that tells you this shouldn't be done is drinking too much of the SF Kool-Aid.

 

[Murlsquirl]



Anyone that tells you this shouldn't be done is drinking too much of the SF Kool-Aid.

Exactly!

 

[eHaberdasher]



Ideally:

38S is like 29
38R is like 30.5
38L is like 31.5


I'd save give half an inch for a more conservative length. Take half an inch for a more "modern" length.

I'll have to post some pics of me wearing various lengths when I get a chance this week and we can do some side-by-side comparisons.

 

[eHaberdasher]



Shucks.

Do you think it would be permissable to buy a navy suit and turn the jacket into an odd jacket by changing the buttons (to a brown or smoky gray horn)?

I need a new navy sportcoat and the Benjamin fit is just perfect for me.

I personally feel it is less than ideal, but you would be far from the fist to do this with the Benjamin navy suit jackets.

 

[OptoDoc]

Thanks for the replies, gents. I'll probably keep searching for a true sport coat a bit longer. If one doesn't present before the first of the year, I'll snatch the Benjamin and do a conversion.