Eton Jackets, an informative thread

**Bugbear** · 22nd August 08, 06:44 AM

Alan, I keep wondering about something on the Etons and the mess Jackets. Do you want the fit of the jacket to be a little bit small around the waist as in the jacket conversion advice?

**Carolina Kiltman** · 22nd August 08, 08:54 AM

just tried the link: got this message.
This listing (6620365594) has been removed or is no longer available. Please make sure you entered the right item number.
If the listing was removed by eBay, consider it canceled. Note: Listings that have ended more than 90 days ago will no longer appear on eBay.

**haukehaien** · 22nd August 08, 09:17 AM

Yes, the eBay link has expired; not surprising, considering that Alan posted it back at the end of March.

Try searching eBay for "Mess Jackets" and see what you find.

**St. John's 104** · 3rd November 08, 10:13 AM

Just talked to Tuxedo Royale in Toronto, Ontario and ordered a previously enjoyed Spencer jacket, the difference between the Spencer and Eaton is the shawl collar , I much prefer the notched style of the Spencer. The jackets are all wool and reasonable at under $100.00 Canadian. I was informed they have lots in stock however most are 40" and under chest size. Just thought I'd pass the info along.
Regards

**Bugbear** · 22nd August 08, 09:50 AM

Um, so my question on the way the jacket should fit doesn't get lost...

Originally Posted by Ted Crocker

Alan, I keep wondering about something on the Etons and the mess Jackets. Do you want the fit of the jacket to be a little bit small around the waist as in the jacket conversion advice?

**Tim Little** · 22nd August 08, 10:23 AM

Thanks, Alan; very informative indeed!

Additional comments moved so as not to hijack the original thread:
http://www.xmarksthescot.com/forum/t...370/index.html

**MacMillan of Rathdown** · 22nd August 08, 11:45 PM

Originally Posted by Ted Crocker

Um, so my question on the way the jacket should fit doesn't get lost...

The mess jacket/Eaton jacket should taper from the shoulders toward the waist. Hope that helps.

**Alan H** · 23rd August 08, 12:35 AM

Originally Posted by Ted Crocker

Um, so my question on the way the jacket should fit doesn't get lost...

They're usually somewhat tapered, so guys who are rather stout around the middle may find that the jacket that fits their tummy may be a bit big in the shoulders.

Of course, if you're on a serious budget, which is the whole point of reading this thread......if you weren't you'd get a tailored PC.....you get what you can afford. And if you're buying something from online, you don't get to test the fit beforehand, anyway.

In other words, just go buy the bloody thing!