McKarsten Jacket - HBT Denim

Save 15% when purchasing two or more items from the McKarsten Collection. Use code: McKarsten15 at checkout SPECS * An original MF® pattern inspired by vintage early denim work chore coats (aka engineer jackets), early work uniform cotton jackets, and Old World tailoring. * Fabric: A sturdy 10 Oz. HBT dark indigo denim, 100% cotton, milled in Japan. (Option featuring contrast stitching.) * Stand-collar (“cadet collar”) type, foldable into traditional coat lapels, for a high-button jacket look. * Removable “ring” (shank) buttons, secured by a metal ring through an eyelet. * Original MF®-branded brass buttons, 1920’s style. * Concealed indigo poplin facing for patch pockets, and for button eyelets panel placket. * Four front patch pockets, featuring a traditional railroad jacket “pocket watch” compartment and pen slot combo. * Uniform-style form-fitting rear panel pattern. * Early tailoring style off-set shoulder yoke. * Contrast stitching for the HBT denim option, tonal stitching for the indigo métis. * Original mfsc SURPLUS woven label. SIZING/FIT The Mister Freedom® "McKarsten" jacket comes raw/unwashed, and will shrink to tagged size albeit on the more generous side. Please refer to sizing chart to determine which size works for you. CL's Advice: I personally opted for a Size 38 in the HBT denim version, my usual size in mfsc jackets. The fit is quite comfortable, giving room for further potential shrinkage, when the garment will have to be fully laundered, and to minimal layering. When considering the length of the McKarsten, please note that the front panels are cut longer than the back panel, a characteristic of this early workwear jacket pattern. CARE Turn inside-out to avoid marbling of the fabric. This fabric will develop attractive patina overtime, according to the owner’s activities, frequency of wear and laundering choices. We recommend removing the front brass buttons before cleaning, to avoid potential snagging. STORY The "McKarsten" jacket, another Mister Freedom original “might-have-been” pattern that morphs several period garments into one wearable and contemporary piece with a vintage turn-of-the-century Old World vibe. This garment mixes utilitarian early workwear and old-fashion uniform tailoring. The removable “ring” buttons (or shank buttons) are characteristic of 1920’s-30’s uniforms, but also denim railroad jacket styles, much sought-after by vintage hunters today. The stand-collar or “cadet collar” pattern allows buttoning the McKarsten all the way up, for the “James Bond villain” meets Jawaharlal Nehru look. For a more relaxed demeanor, the collar can be folded into traditional coat lapels, with a high-button front jacket look.