DESCRIPTION
This grey three piece suit dates back to the late 1940s and is of Swedish origin, produced by Säfströms in Umeå, in the north of Sweden. The jacket has a three row double breasted closure of which two rowes are used. It has horizontal front pockets and one breast pocket. It has a plain back with no vent. It is fully lined and has two inner pocket, one on each side. The waistcoat has a six button closure and four front pockets. It has an adjuster in the back. The trousers are double pleated and has a button zipper with a hook closure. They have belt loops and buttons for braces on the inside of the waistband. They have two diagonal front pockets and two pockets in the back, both with flap and button closure. The overall condition of the suit is great, only obvious sign of wear is discoloration in the lining, both in the sleeves of the jacket and in the pockets of the trousers. There is also a small damages on the lining in the waistcoat. This is of course nothing that will affect the overall impression when the suit is worn. Please have a look at the images and evaluate the condition of the suit.
SIZE
The overall size would best be described as a modern size EU 50 (US/UK 40). Please scroll down for the exact measurements and seam allowance.
COUNTRY OF PRODUCTION |
MATERIAL |
Sweden |
100% wool |
MEASUREMENTS

JACKET
Chest (A) : 56 cm
Waist (B) : 52 cm
Sleeves (C) : 66 cm
Shoulders (D) : 47 cm
Total length (E) : 81 cm 
WAISTCOAT
Chest (A) : 52 cm
Waist (B) : 47 cm
Shoulders (C) : 31 cm
Total length (D) : 51.5 cm
TROUSERS
Waist (A) : 44 cm
Length (B) : 105 cm
Inseam (C) : 77 cm
Cuff width (D) : 22 cm
Seam allowance trousers waist: 3 cm
Seam allowance trousers length: 2,5 cm + 7,5 cm if the turn-ups is removed.