SWEDISH 1940S GREY THREE PIECE DOUBLE BREASTED SUIT BY KAPLANS. SIZE CA EU 48

DESCRIPTION

This elegant three piece suit dates back to the 1940s and was produced by Kaplans and sold at Ströms, a haberdashery store that still exists in Stockholm. The jacket has a double breasted closure with two button rows. It has horizontal front pockets and one breast pocket. It has a plain back with no vents. It is fully lined and has two inner pockets, 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 single pleated and have tunnel loops. They have vertical front pockets. They have a button fly with a double button closure in top. They have two back pockets, both with flap and button closure. They have turn ups. The overall condition of the suit is great considering its age. There are not many visible flaws except for some light discoloration in the lining. 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 48 (US/UK38). The waistcoat is larger, close to a modern size EU 52 (US/UK 42). The trousers are somewhere in between, they would best be described as a modern size EU 50 (US/UK40). There are quite a lot of material to let out in the waist of the trousers if needed. Please scroll down for exact measurements and seam allowance.  

MEASUREMENTS

JACKET

Chest (A) : 54 cm

Waist (B) : 51 cm 

Sleeves (C) : 67 cm

Shoulders (D) : 45 cm

Total length (E) : 84 cm

WAISTCOAT

Chest (A) : 54 cm

Waist (B) : 48 cm (with adjusters fully open)

Shoulders (C) : 35 cm

Total length (D) : 53 cm

TROUSERS

Waist (A) : 45 cm 

Length (B) : 111 cm 

Inseam (C) : 79 cm

Cuff width (D) : 23 cm

Seam allowance trousers waist: 6 cm

Seam allowance trousers length: 2 cm + 8 cm if the cuff is removed.