Quote Originally Posted by M. A. C. Newsome View Post
All the other companies seem to make their jackets to the same specs as most American sportscoats I am used to. I've never had a problem with getting a proper fit.
Is the company (my guess) in Glasgow?

But back to size. British tailoring is more fitted (military) and darted much more around the waist. The American style is to less fitted, shoulders more natural and arm holes a bit lower. Many of the better American tailors like Oxxford, however, can be "as British" any any on Savile Row.

Its, of course, not just he maker but also the design, cut and fabrication standards that define fit. A fused front (glued) jacket won't flow and mold like a fully canvased jacket (where the three layers move). Its more rigid. Throw in larger waistlines to a form fitted (military inspired) design such as an Argyl and you get a possible missed-fit.