item number: OUTE023 $79.99 1950s Mcgregor gabardine retro jacket 44L tall man Mcgregor 1950's navy blue gabardine polyester ricky jacket. Rare LONG / tall fit unusual on a 50's jacket. This rockin' little jacket has the big collar and the TALON metal zipper. In good condition for 50's there are signs of wear (well who wouldnt wear it) but no major flaws. Unlined so nice and cool for the heat waves we are enduring this summer. Are you surprised that polyester was popular in the 50's ? Here are a few history facts for you: In 1941 the british created the first polyester fiber called Terylene. In 1946 duPont bought all legal rights from the Brits and came up with another polyester fiber which they named Dacron. Polyester was first introduced to the American public in 1951. It was advertised as a miracle fiber that could be worn for 68 days straight without ironing and still look presentable. So there you go a miracle fiber jacket that is waiting to put a little swing into your swagger. Check the measurements below carefully. IF APPLICABLE - MEASUREMENTS ARE SHOWN BELOW IN INCHES 24.5 armpit to armpit no shoulder seams 24 PIT to cuff (measured underneath from armpit to cuff) 30 length SEE THE SIZE CHARTS & LEARN HOW WE MEASURE additional pictures Price: $79.99     Weight: 2.00             Avoid disappointment! * know YOUR measurements BEFORE you order * sizes are listed as MODERN DAY sizes - we sometimes ignore Vintage size tags because they have a tendency run small -