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Le Laboureur Wool Work Jacket Grey
$140.00
Though their elegance is striking these trim coats come from a long tradition of durable workwear. Le Laboureur has been a wonderful source for reliable, beautiful work jackets since they were founded in France in the 1950s. This dense gray fabric is 100% natural virgin wool, taken from "black" Ouessant sheep. The fabric is derivative of burrel cloth, a rustic cloth used by peasants for centuries. In this wool version the traditional French farmer's jacket gets body heat moderation and breathability, and retains the simple comfortable shape and practical pockets it's known for.
The weave itself is tight enough to be wind resistant, but soft and comfortable with a lightly combed reverse side. The jackets are traditionally constructed and well-sewn. Large buttons are distinctive but not distracting, and big enough to navigate even with gloved or cold fingers. Thick enough for outerwear and great for layering, these jackets also breathe very well and are ideal outer layers even into warmer months. Fit is wide enough to layer, slim enough to look dapper while you do it. These jackets run large, be sure to check the sizing to ensure a good fit.
- 100% Virgin wool, lightly mottled gray
- Spot clean with cold water, or soak cold and hang dry
- 3 outer patch pockets, 1 internal breast pocket
- Neat nouveau internal Le Laboureur patch
- Spare button
- Made in France
These jackets run large, be sure to check the sizing to ensure a good fit. If you aren't sure about sizing, measure a jacket you fit in comfortably using the dimensions on the chart below for comparison. Due to manufacturing variability, sizing can differ from the listed dimensions.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | |
| Center Back Length (neck seam to hem) | 29.5" | 29.5" | 30" | 30.25" | 30.5" | 31" |
| Chest Width (Measure 1" below armhole) | 21" | 22" | 24" | 25.75" | 27.25" | 30.5" |
| Shoulder width | 17" | 18" | 20" | 21.25" | 22.25" | 24" |
| Sleeve Length | 25.25" | 25.5" | 26" | 26.25" | 26.5" | 26.75" |
