A Grenfell Munro jacket, estimated from the 1980s.
A special arrival.
Grenfell is a storied British coat house.
The fabric known as Grenfell cloth emerged from the development of garments capable of withstanding the Arctic regions.
Grenfell cloth is a high-density cotton fabric excelling in water resistance, wind resistance, and abrasion durability.
It possesses the smooth hand of Ventile, yet offers a particularly pleasant tactile quality.
Where Ventile employs a plain weave, Grenfell cloth is woven in a twill construction.
One might think of it as the twill interpretation of Ventile.
The fabric's quality speaks for itself, readily apparent even to the untrained eye.
For those who have not yet experienced it firsthand, we would strongly encourage you to feel this piece directly.
The presence of a Royal Warrant, a distinction notably difficult to obtain, testifies to the esteem in which Grenfell has been held.
This piece carries what is colloquially known as the "mountain tag"—a marker of Grenfell's most esteemed period. Such examples are scarce in the market, making this a rare instance of that era.
The presence of a YKK zip slider suggests this represents a comparatively later example within the mountain tag period.
This particular example employs Grenotex, a cotton-100% fabric proprietary to Grenfell, standing alongside Grenfell cloth as one of their signature materials—an uncommon instance.
Grenotex is a 100% cotton, outdoor-specific fabric distinguished by its crisp hand and exceptional water-resistance and breathability—distinct in character from Grenfell cloth.
While not a signature line, this remains a quiet favourite among dedicated Grenfell enthusiasts.
Its design sensibility, fabric character, and colour are quintessentially Grenfell—remarkably suited to contemporary town wear, possessed of a timeless ease.
Worn casually, without pretence, its appeal reveals itself most naturally.
We would suggest it functions beautifully as a counterpoint to more formal presentations—a quiet relief within a considered wardrobe.
Being among Grenfell's more outdoor-focused offerings, it transitions readily between field and street, making it a particularly useful piece to own.
The closure employs a double-zip slider paired with snap buttons in a fly construction, rendering it resistant to wind ingress.
The zip slider is of YKK manufacture.
A drawcord at the waist allows for silhouette adjustment, providing a two-way functionality according to preference.
The green—a signature Grenfell coloration.
When one envisions Grenfell, this hue often comes first to mind.
The sizing runs generous, accommodating larger frames with ease—a scarce find in this particular example.
A slighter wearer might equally embrace the generous cut for its own aesthetic merit, rendering this a piece of broad appeal.
The hood is absent; otherwise, the piece presents in mint condition with no notable soiling or damage.
There are no significant structural compromises, and it remains entirely wearable.
An exemplar from a venerable British house.
This model remains infrequently encountered among vintage Grenfell pieces. Should you be seeking such an item, this may warrant consideration.
