BRITISH 1950S/1960S GREEN HOUNDSTOOTH IHTP TWEED JACKET BY HEPWORTHS. SIZE CA EU 48

DESCRIPTION

This jacket is of British origin, produced by Hepworths sometime in the late 1950s or early 1960s. It is made from a green and brown heavy houndstooth wool fabric from Independent Harris Tweed Producers (IHTP). IHTP was an upstart that challenged the Harris Tweed Authority (HTA) for a few years before they were sued and lost in court, eventually disappearing from the market. However, their quality was on par with the original Harris Tweed.

The jacket is single-breasted and fastens with three buttons. It features horizontal front pockets with flaps, as well as an additional pocket just above the right side, also with a flap. The back is straight with a single vent. Inside, it is fully lined and has an inner pocket on the right side. Overall, the condition is very good, with the only note being that a few stitches in the sleeve lining appear to have been repaired at some point. Please refer to the images and form your own opinion on the condition.

SIZE

In size, it corresponds to a modern EU 48 (US/UK 38). Please scroll down for the exact measurements.