A Grenfell outdoor jacket from around the 1970s.
Grenfell is among the most distinguished coat brands Britain has produced.
The fabric known as 'Grenfell cloth' emerged from their development of garments capable of withstanding conditions in the Arctic regions.
Grenfell cloth is a high-density cotton fabric with exceptional water resistance, windproofing, and durability.
It possesses a smoothness reminiscent of Ventile, with a notably refined hand feel.
Where Ventile employs plain weave, Grenfell cloth is constructed in twill.
One might think of it as the twill iteration of Ventile.
The fabric quality here speaks for itself, evident even to the untrained eye.
For those unfamiliar with such material, we would encourage direct contact with this piece.
The brand's heritage is underscored by the Royal Warrant it holds—a distinction notoriously difficult to obtain—testament to its standing within British manufacturing.
This particular garment does not utilise the signature Grenfell cloth, yet the fabric quality remains exceptional.
Constructed from cotton and Terylene, a blended fabric of considerable body and structure.
Terylene is a trademark for polyester-based synthetic fibre; cotton and polyester blend, if you prefer.
Not a signature model, yet it embodies the design sensibility, fabric character, and palette one expects from Grenfell—a piece remarkably suited to contemporary town wear, in the best sense of the term.
Worn casually, without affectation, this jacket reveals itself most fully.
As a counterpoint to more formal styling—a tied ensemble, perhaps—it introduces a certain ease and wit.
This piece features a mountain tag and AERO manufactured zip, markers of rarity from the 1970s era.
The red colourway, considered scarce within the Grenfell catalogue and displaying remarkable vibrancy, is seldom encountered.
The fit runs somewhat narrow; those of slighter frame should find it accommodating.
Minor pinhole damage is present, though nothing that compromises wear. The piece remains entirely serviceable.
An item from one of Britain's most respected makers.
Should you have been seeking such a piece, we would suggest considering it.
