1940s cream double breasted jacket? 44 chest

[Two Types]

I hope this is the real thing. But i can't tell. Vendor says it forties. The label looks old. But the jacket just reminds me so much of 1970s jackets that it is clouding my judgement.

Too small for me, or else I'd be bidding.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/RARE-40s-...n_s_Vintage_Coats_Jackets&hash=item43b0586681

 

[herringbonekid]

definitely old. circa '48 to '55. can't fake on old label like that !

 

[dhermann1]

Oooooh . . . tempting.

 

[Two Types]

I've just re-read the advert. The chest would actually fit me! The add say 42 to 44, but the actual chest measurement is 48 inches. Why, oh why, did I post it here when I could have kept it all to myself!!!!

 

[Edward]

A 48" jacket on a 42.44" chest would look like David Byrne.

 

[herringbonekid]

i've never heard of Baker and Co - of Golden Square - but i can guarantee they're not there any more.
notice that the inside pocket is stitched closed which suggests it hasn't been used since the last time it was dry cleaned.

 

[Two Types]

Sold for £122. I gave up at £72. Did a Lounger win it?