Capt7thWvCoA Corporal Joined Dec 10, 2014 Mar 15, 2019 #1 I saw this vest at my local goodwill . Would it be period correct ?
Hussar Yeomanry Sergeant Joined Dec 6, 2017 Location UK Mar 15, 2019 #2 I can't really tell that much from that photo. However at a minimum the lining looks to be an issue to me. Now while that normally can't be seen there might be times when it could.
I can't really tell that much from that photo. However at a minimum the lining looks to be an issue to me. Now while that normally can't be seen there might be times when it could.
G grognard Retired User Joined Oct 12, 2018 Mar 24, 2019 #3 Biggest problem with the shape is the shawl collar sewn into the lapel seam. The common period style goes all the way around the neck.
Biggest problem with the shape is the shawl collar sewn into the lapel seam. The common period style goes all the way around the neck.
Albert Sailhorst Captain CWT Authors ClubSilver Level Joined Jul 12, 2007 Location Aledo, IL Mar 24, 2019 #4 Agreed....Collar is not correct. What is it made of? In my opinion, it looks too "modern". Hope you find the vest you are looking for!
Agreed....Collar is not correct. What is it made of? In my opinion, it looks too "modern". Hope you find the vest you are looking for!