SWEDISH 1940S DARK BLUE TWO PIECE DOUBLE BREASTED SUIT BY OLYMPIA. SIZE CA EU 44

DESCRIPTION

This small sized suit dates back to the 1940s and was sold at Olympia, a mens haberdashery store in the center of Stockholm, now closed since many years. it is made in a dark blue fabric with subtle stripes. The jacket has wide lapels and a three row double breasted closure of which two rows are used. It has horizontal front pockets and one breast pocket. It has as plain back with no vent. It is fully lined and has two inner pockets, one on each side. The trousers have typical 1940s features, they are high waisted and have double pleats. They have tunnel loops in front and belt loops in the back. They have a button fly with hook closure in top. They have buttons for braces. They have diagonal front pockets and also two back pockets, both with flaps and button closure. They have turn ups. The overall condition of the suit is good considering its age, but it is not perfect. There is visible wear to the center buttonhole of the jacket. There is also some discoloration to the pockets. There is a small damage to the lining in the right sleeve. But nothing that will affect the overall impression when worn. Please have a look at the images and evaluate the condition. 

SIZE

The size of the jacket would best be described as a modern size EU 44 (US/UK 34). The trousers are smaller, they would best be described as a modern size EU 40 (US/UK 30). There is some material to let out in the waist, and also in length, especially if sacrificing the turn ups.

MEASUREMENTS

JACKET

Chest (A) : 50 cm

Waist (B) : 44 cm 

Sleeves (C) : 58 cm

Shoulders (D) : 42 cm

Total length (E) : 72,5 cm

TROUSERS

Waist (A) : 34 cm

Length (B) : 99 cm 

Inseam (C) : 71,5 cm

Bottom width (D) : 24 cm

Seam allowance trousers waist: 4 cm

Seam allowance trousers length: 1,5 cm + 8 cm if the turn ups are removed.