1980s | European Workwear | Chore Coat | Khaki – L/XL

Description:

Item: Classic European chore coat in muted khaki cotton with a traditional button-front closure, soft structured collar and a simple utilitarian pocket layout. Cut in a straight, practical silhouette with understated detailing, designed for daily industrial wear. The fabric has a smooth, tightly woven handle that has softened naturally with age, giving the surface depth and a quiet, work-worn character.

Era: 1980s

Brand: Unbranded / European workwear

Condition: Good vintage condition with honest signs of use. Light creasing, softening to the cotton and small signs of wear consistent with working life. Structurally sound, with strong seams and a solid overall shape.

Provenance Note:
This is a proper piece of working clothing, built for function rather than appearance. Jackets like this were worn repeatedly in workshops and industrial environments, chosen for durability and simplicity, then replaced without sentiment. The appeal lies in that exact honesty. It was never designed to age beautifully, yet it has done so through use alone. Each subtle mark and softened edge reflects real repetition and labour, which is what gives original chore coats their depth and authenticity today.

Measurements:

Size on garment: N/A

Our modern sizing estimate:  L/XL                                                                                                       

Shoulder to shoulder: 19"

Pit to pit: 23"

Inner sleeve to cuff: 19"

Under collar to lower back: 29"

Condition Notes:

Please be aware. All our true vintage items come with a story, and we cannot guarantee any item will be totally free of marks / damage but anything we think of note will be mentioned. Furthermore, a lot of vintage items gain character because of wear and tear. Buying a true vintage item is not the same as buying new and is not to be confused with second-hand clothing.

We have also tried to accurately depict each garment using a photography setup with over 90% true to life accuracy. 

We do not take photos of inside the garment.

Sizing Notes:

Please take the time to measure up yourself and match to the measurements noted, the way you want the item to fit. We are only a micro business and unable to cover the costs of returns.

Buying true vintage clothing:

When buying true vintage clothing, you are buying a piece of clothing as an investment. We believe most of our true vintage items will hold or increase in value in years to come. We hope you will cherish your purchase.

Returns:

We are a micro business and sadly cannot cover the cost of returns.

We accept refunds within 14 days of the item arriving with you if you are in the UK and 30 days for Europe and International.

This means the returns must be back with us within those 14 days in the UK and within 30 days for Europe and International items.

Please see our returns policy page for full information.