[~30’s] French Vintage Linen Canvas Hunting Jacket With Chin Strap

Estimated 30'sAround the time、This is a "linen canvas hunting jacket" made in France.

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"Hunting Jacket" is a staple item of French work.

Although it has the word "Hunting" in its name, it is actually a piece of clothing that combines functionality and formality, and was worn by the upper class during hunting in France from the end of the 19th century to the mid-20th century.

In France at the time, hunting was not just a means of livelihood, but was widely enjoyed as a form of socializing and recreation for the "privileged classes" such as aristocrats, landowners, and wealthy factory owners.
For this reason, this jacket was not intended as work wear for farmers or general workers, but rather for people belonging to a selected class.

At that time, skilled tailors and workshops were scattered across France, especially in urban areas such as Lyon, Limoges, and Toulouse, and until the early 1900s, many pieces were made to order according to the customer's body shape and purpose.

At that time, the concept of ready-made products was not yet common, so mass production by brands was extremely limited, and many pieces did not come with tags, making them luxurious garments with the handiwork of craftsmen everywhere.

A wide variety of fabrics were used, including heavy weight cotton canvas, cotton pique, corduroy, linen, wool, and moleskin, all chosen to withstand the harsh hunting environment.

They are windproof, durable, and mobile, and while pursuing practicality that can withstand use in forests and fields, they also have a sophisticated appearance that reflects the class of the wearer.

Among the many types of French workwear, the "Hunting Jacket" has a distinctly different purpose and position, and is a gem that continues to receive high acclaim as a unique item that combines practicality and formality.

For this item, we use "linen fabric" which can be said to be a rare fabric for French hunting jackets.

Unlike the fine-count, thin linen used in Makignon and Beyond, this ``sturdy linen canvas'' is woven with thick-count thread.

Although it has a noticeable roughness and thickness, when it moves, it has a firm drape that is characteristic of linen.
This "coexistence of toughness and softness" is what makes this material interesting.

The most distinctive points of this item are that it is made of ``100% linen'' fabric, which is rare for French hunting jackets, and that it has a ``chin strap'' at the collar, which is a known rare detail.

The collar has an old hunting collar shape, and a chinst that fastens the neck to prevent wind from entering makes it even more appealing.
It has a beautiful silhouette when worn with a stand-up collar, and it has a "classic strength" that is different from the ruggedness of a work jacket.

The placket is lined with metal "animal buttons" typical of a hunting jacket, and animal buttons are also used on the flaps of the chest and waist pockets.
Although it is a small part, it is so iconic that it can be said that it determines the world view, and the dull glow of metal remains against the faded body, tightening the whole thing.

There are 4 pockets in total: 2 pockets with flaps on the chest and 2 pockets with flaps on the waist.
The chest is designed for tools and accessories, and the waist is for gloves, ammunition, handkerchiefs, etc., and is designed to be used as field wear.

And on the back side, there is a "hanging type" game pocket that is different from later models.

The inner fabric is hung with a button closure, a rare detail seen only on hunting jackets from the 1930s.
Because the structure itself is old, when you wear it, the fabric on the back naturally becomes three-dimensional, giving it an ``oldness'' that speaks for itself in its simplicity.

The cuffs are not sleeved, but have "button tabs" seen in older hunting styles.
Just by having this part, the way your hands look will suddenly become classic, and even if you peek through the sleeves of your knitwear or shirt, it will look like a picture.

The details themselves are very straightforward and simple, but that's why the "stretch of the fabric" and "fading look" are the main features of this item.

Color spots and sun fades remain as shadows along the unevenness of the canvas, giving you a sense of power just by incorporating them into your styling.

You can wear it with military pants or denim for an earthy look, or you can pull it off with slacks and it will suddenly look classy.
This is a piece of clothing that brings out the deep pockets that come from hunting.

The color is a faded brown beige color.

The original dark brown has softened due to sun fading and rubbing, and has changed to a "brown beige" with an earthy smell.
The unevenness unique to coarsely woven linen canvas creates shadows depending on how the light hits it, and the color spots and spots appear as a gradation of light and shade.

By combining the classic, hard-wearing hunting-inspired appearance with this soft brown-beige fading, it creates a unique balance of strength and warmth.

I cannot confirm the size description, but I think it corresponds to "M" in Japanese size.

Looking at the actual size, I think it's a golden size that fits the Japanese body type, so I think people with a wide range of body types can wear it.

There are some signs of use such as fading, color spots, fabric peculiarities, stains, scuffs, fraying, repair marks, replaced buttons, missing buttons, etc., but there are no major damages that would cause problems with wear, so I think you can still wear it.

Even in French hunting, it is rare to come across a pair that comes with linen canvas, chin strap, and even a hanging game pocket.
This item is highly recommended for those who want to choose the details, or those who want to enjoy the "interesting structure" of old hunting clothes.

Not only can it be used in your wardrobe, but it can also be used as a collection item. Perfect first place.
This is a piece that rarely arrives at our shop, so if you're looking for one, don't miss out on this opportunity.