David Saxby Talking about Men's Style - The British Warm Overcoat - Coat

[@teenoso4069]

This year, I picked up a RAF Greatcoat in that grey blue hue from the original owner, a squadron leader and test pilot no16 for the Harrier; prior to that Vulcans. He had it made in 1963 by Moss Bros at a cost of £50 and it saw active service even a stint in Oman. He wore it until retiring from the armed services in 1980 when it was shortened for civvy life. Since purchase, I have repaired it a little; its a beauty and a keeper and makes me feel amazing. I had gone through 3 others before finding this with rolled sleeves, front & back wind closure, moleskin lined pockets so lovely you don't want to wear gloves. Price £21, but it will enjoy a new life as I look forward to winter. I recommend them ps you can repair moth damage by picking some fibres from the inside and needling them in the holes

[@jameslynch-h8q]

We used to have a Captain in my regiment of Hussars who always wore a British warm and held his cigarette between his fourth and fifth fingers. I have a lovely Daks one now and roll my own cigarettes! They are a brilliant coat and it’s as warm as a horse blanket!

[@theofarmmanager267]

What a tremendous video. Instantly subscribed. I’m never going to own one but could listen to this gentleman showing his knowledge all spray long

[@piccalillipit9211]

Yeah he has some great insights into the history of Savile Row.

[@tonydeltablues]

Bought a 1950s overcoat in mid-grey from a charity shop about 7 months ago: a Burtons coat. Man it's heavy! I know it's 1950s becuase there's a website that dates the inner label (love the clothes geeks out there). So proud to wear a piece of such quality. Thanks for the video

[@josepheaster9719]

What an amazing viewing, I’m fascinated!

[@brucegraham4332]

I have instructions in the regimental manual for The Canadian Guards on how to convert a greatcoat into a British Warm. It was a temporary measure until a young subaltern could afford a proper one.

[@Barnaby_bo]

Does it help prevent moth damage if you keep your gear in hanger bags?

[@jameslynch-h8q]

Definitely keep all wool protected at all times from wool gloves up to coats and everything in between.

[@castorsia]

Mr Saxby, is any of these coats available on your ebay shop?

[@DavidSaxbytailor]

Listing some this week. Thanks

[@castorsia]

@DavidSaxbytailor amazing, thank you

[@jameslynch-h8q]

@@DavidSaxbytailor Great video and I wonder if you can name the artist on the theme, I suspect it is on Bluenote records. It is perfect for the films. Do you have any examples of the Ulster style woolen overcoats with the high collars? I love my British Warm worn with a pair of Veldtschoen. Brilliant channel old chap. Love it.

[@arslongavitabrevis5136]

It is shocking how the quality of men's garments has decayed over the last 30 years. Many great houses have disappeared and others began to cut corners. The result of this process is that high-quality garments in terms of both, fabric and tailoring are very expensive and almost unaffordable for an elegant middle-class man. Having said that there are many excellent old garments available on eBay and in charity shops.